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DHC DH2026-020 Emergency Lighting Replacement- Canford Wd., St Leonards Hospital

DORSET HEALTHCARE UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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09 Mar 2026 at 12:34

Summary of the contracting process

The Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust has completed the procurement process for the emergency lighting design and supply system at Canford Ward, St Leonards Hospital. This contract falls under the 'goods' category specifically for emergency lighting equipment and was awarded through a direct procurement method, classified as below threshold - without competition. The contract commenced on 16th March 2026 and will conclude on 31st March 2026. The procurement process took place in Poole, UK, reflecting the regional postal code BH17 0RB, and was awarded to Thorlux Lighting, a large supplier based in Redditch, United Kingdom.

This procurement contract provides opportunities for businesses specialising in lighting systems, especially those capable of designing and supplying emergency lighting equipment. Large enterprises like Thorlux Lighting have showcased their suitability by successfully competing for the contract, which required efficient supply chain capabilities and expertise in emergency lighting solutions. Businesses focusing on growth in the healthcare sector or aiming to expand their operations in the UK health infrastructure market may find similar contracts rewarding, as they promote innovation in safety standards and compliance with health regulations.

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Notice Title

DHC DH2026-020 Emergency Lighting Replacement- Canford Wd., St Leonards Hospital

Notice Description

Emergency lighting design and supply of system for Canford Ward, St Leonards Hospital.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06654a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020869-2026
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting


CPV Codes

31518200 - Emergency lighting equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£14,515 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
16 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DORSET HEALTHCARE UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
POOLE
Postcode
BH17 0RB
Post Town
Bournemouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK63 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Electoral Ward
Canford Heath
Westminster Constituency
Mid Dorset and North Poole

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THORLUX LIGHTING

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