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ESNEFT2769 - Reconditioning of MRI Machines at IH

EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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23 Mar 2026 at 14:27

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust focusing on the reconditioning of two aging MRI machines at Ipswich Hospital. Categorised under the magnetic resonance imaging equipment industry, this procurement addresses the need for maintenance and upgrade of healthcare machinery reaching the end of their operational lifespan. The process is in the award stage, commencing without prior publication due to its specialised nature. On 23rd March 2026, GE Healthcare Limited was awarded the contract valued at £2,898,746, signed on 28th November 2025. Ipswich Hospital is located in UKH31, with the main goal being the enhancement of MRI capabilities, executed by the original equipment manufacturer, GE Healthcare Limited.

This tender represents significant prospects for businesses operating within the medical equipment industry, particularly for those providing high-maintenance medical devices, technical support, or reconditioning services. Companies specialising in healthcare machinery maintenance can gain visibility and establish stronger relationships with regional health authorities. Although the award procedure was limited and did not involve a competitive bidding process, opportunities for business growth exist in forming strategic partnerships and exploring future procurements within NHS trusts, as well as collaborating on technology advancements that drive health equipment efficiency and sustainability.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ESNEFT2769 - Reconditioning of MRI Machines at IH

Notice Description

Reconditioning of two MRI scanners at Ipswich Hospital that are now reaching end of life.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This project set out to consider the Trusts options in regards to two MRI scanners at Ipswich Hospital that are reaching the end of their 10 year lifespan. The scanners, GE Optima 450W models (MR0056MRS02 and SO3), have shown increasing signs of aging, including more frequent technical faults and downtime.

Procurement Information

Works required can only be carried out by the Original Equipment Manufacturer.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067189
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026323-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33111610 - Magnetic resonance unit

33113000 - Magnetic resonance imaging equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,898,746 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Nov 20254 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COLCHESTER
Postcode
CO4 5JL
Post Town
Colchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway
Delivery Location
TLH31 Southend-on-Sea
Local Authority
Colchester
Electoral Ward
Mile End
Westminster Constituency
Colchester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GE HEALTHCARE

Further Information

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