Planning

Supply and daily delivery of Pre-Prepared Radiopharmaceutical Kits used in Nuclear Medicine Diagnostics.

SALISBURY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Planning

13 Mar 2026 at 07:57

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust entails the planning phase for supplying and daily delivering pre-prepared radiopharmaceutical kits utilised in Nuclear Medicine Diagnostics. This tender falls under the industry category of pharmaceutical products and is conducted on behalf of both Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust and Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, targeting a location within the United Kingdom. The process is currently at the engagement stage, with a deadline for supplier input set for 20th March 2026. The procurement aims to ensure continuity and reliability for time-critical diagnostic procedures, with delivery obligations due daily by 7:00 am.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in pharmaceutical supply, especially those capable of handling the logistical and regulatory challenges related to radiopharmaceuticals. It is particularly suitable for SMEs that can deliver goods with strict timelines and geographical constraints due to the rapid decay of isotopes. Potential suppliers are encouraged to participate in the pre-market engagement exercise to provide insights into meeting the specialised requirements, thereby influencing the future procurement strategy. Success in securing this tender could offer substantial growth for businesses by establishing long-term partnerships with NHS trusts and contributing to critical healthcare services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply and daily delivery of Pre-Prepared Radiopharmaceutical Kits used in Nuclear Medicine Diagnostics.

Notice Description

Supply and daily delivery of Pre-Prepared Radiopharmaceutical Kits used in Nuclear Medicine Diagnostics. The service is critical to the delivery of time-sensitive diagnostic procedures, particularly those related to cancer pathways. Due to the nature of the product- radioactive isotopes with rapid decay- the supply is geographically restricted and must adhere to extremely tight production and delivery timelines. Kits must be delivered to the Trust by 7:00 am each day, with no shelf life available, requiring a fresh supply every 24 hours to maintain operational continuity.

Planning Information

The Trust is undertaking a pre‑market engagement exercise to gather information from potential suppliers regarding the supply and daily delivery of pre‑prepared radiopharmaceutical kits used within Nuclear Medicine diagnostic services. These products are essential for the delivery of time‑critical imaging procedures, particularly those supporting cancer pathways. The purpose of this engagement is to understand the market’s capability to meet the specialised requirements associated with radiopharmaceutical supply, including strict production timelines, precise delivery windows, and geographical constraints imposed by the short half‑life of radioactive isotopes. The Trust seeks to assess supplier capacity, operational resilience, regulatory compliance, and logistical arrangements required to ensure kits are delivered fresh every 24 hours, with delivery to the Trust no later than 07:00 daily. This engagement will enable the Trust to validate its assumptions, explore potential service models, identify risks, and shape a future procurement strategy that ensures continuity, safety, and reliability of this critical diagnostic service. Input from suppliers will inform the scope, specification, and commercial approach for any subsequent/future procurement process.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066915
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022639-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SALISBURY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Additional Buyers

GREAT WESTERN HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALISBURY
Postcode
SP2 8BJ
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Ridgeway
Westminster Constituency
East Wiltshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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