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Digital Workflow for Head & Neck cancer patients

NHS GRAMPIAN

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24 Mar 2026 at 08:55

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Grampian, a public body operating in the healthcare sector, has completed a procurement process for a digital workflow solution aimed at improving the treatment pathways for Head & Neck cancer patients at the Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. The procurement, which falls under the category of imaging equipment for medical use, concluded with the award made on 6th March 2026. The process employed a limited procurement method, specifically an award procedure without prior publication due to technical reasons, ensuring that the contract valued at £182,789 was directly awarded to the Straumann Group. The procurement originally involved testing multiple quotes and trialling equipment on site by the clinical team before making a decision. The location of delivery is within the region of UKM50, specifically Aberdeen.

This procurement provides substantial opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing and supply of advanced medical imaging equipment tailored for oncological use. Companies that specialise in digital healthcare solutions, especially those with innovative technologies for cancer treatment workflows, may find similar future contracts advantageous for growth. The process highlights the importance of direct engagement with public healthcare entities such as NHS Grampian and stresses the value of showcasing unique technical expertise and competitive pricing to secure such public sector contracts. Large enterprises like Straumann Group are well-suited for these opportunities, particularly when technical expertise limits competition.

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Notice Title

Digital Workflow for Head & Neck cancer patients

Notice Description

The equipment being purchased is in addition to existing equipnment in the Dental Hospital and will ensure a seamless end to end digital workflow for Head & Neck cancer patients being treated both by OMFS and Dental Hospital

Lot Information

Lot 1

Three quotes obtained and equipment trialled on site by the dental hospital. The clinical team selected the item that was ultimately purchased.

Procurement Information

Multiple quotes were requested and obtained and the items were trialled on site by the clinical team. The successful supplier was then selected

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067230
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026579-2026
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

33110000 - Imaging equipment for medical, dental and veterinary use

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£182,789 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Mar 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS GRAMPIAN
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB15 6RE
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Kingswells/Sheddocksley/Summerhill
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STRAUMANN GROUP

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