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Spinal Burrs

NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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07 Apr 2026 at 11:23

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process initiated by Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust involved the acquisition of "Spinal Burrs," which are specialised, high-speed surgical drill bits. This contract was processed under the procurement method of direct engagement, marked as below threshold without competition, and it falls under the category of goods. The tender for this procurement was issued by a central government public authority located in North Shields, United Kingdom, and has progressed to the award and contract stage as of April 2026. The contract, valued at approximately £8.83 million net, was awarded to Stryker and covers the period from 2nd to 15th April 2026. The documentation of this award was last updated on 7th April 2026.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing or distribution of medical equipment, specifically those specialising in surgical instruments and drill bits. Large enterprises with the capability to supply high-speed surgical drill bits effectively, such as Stryker, are well-suited to compete in such contracts. Engaging in similar procurements allows suppliers to build relationships with healthcare sectors and expand their presence within public sector contracts, thereby contributing to their business growth and industry reputation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Spinal Burrs

Notice Description

Spinal Burrs specialized, high-speed surgical drill bits

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067cdf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031407-2026
Current Stage
Award
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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

44512910 - Drill bits

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£8,828,691 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 15 Apr 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTH SHIELDS,
Postcode
NE27 0QJ
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
North Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Shiremoor
Westminster Constituency
Tynemouth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STRYKER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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