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Supply of endobronchial valves and consumables for bronchoscopic treatment

OXFORD UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS TRUST

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Summary of the contracting process

The Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust, located in Oxford, UK, has completed its procurement process for the supply of endobronchial valves and consumables intended for bronchoscopic treatment. This direct award contract was based on a rationale supported by NHSE policy and UK legislation, specifically referencing the use of duckbill type valves supported by clinical evidence and NICE guidance. Notably, the procurement was tailored to ensure compatibility with existing equipment owned by the Trust. The contract, valued at £1,080,000, will commence on 1st May 2026 and continue until 30th April 2028, with an optional extension for an additional year. The award stage is currently pending, with Pulmonx International Sarl from Switzerland identified as the supplier. The delivery involves procurement of goods under the industry category of valves and catheter accessories.

This procurement contract represents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for businesses specialising in medical equipment and consumables relevant to lung volume reduction therapies. Companies with expertise in the manufacture and distribution of diagnostic systems, implantable devices, and compatible software for bronchoscopic procedures are especially well-suited to this tender. The direct procurement method underscores the potential value for suppliers possessing intellectual property and technical capabilities aligned with this healthcare need, offering not only a substantial business contract but also a strategic partnership with a major NHS trust, enhancing the supplier’s market presence and credibility in the healthcare sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of endobronchial valves and consumables for bronchoscopic treatment

Notice Description

Supply of diagnostic systems, implantable devices (Endobronchial Valves), delivery tools, and analytical software that support the bronchoscopic lung volume reduction (BLVR) pathway.

Procurement Information

The NHSE policy Ref 200806P [1622] supports the use of duckbill type valves for eligible patients, based on clinical evidence and NICE guidance. Patent nr: US 8,251,067 B2 Compatibility of Chartis catheters with the existing equipment - Chartis Tablet Console, trust owned asset

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06848b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034864-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

31711400 - Valves and tubes

33141240 - Catheter accessories

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OXFORD UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
OXFORD
Postcode
OX3 9DU
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Oxford
Electoral Ward
Headington Hill & Northway
Westminster Constituency
Oxford East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PULMONX INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

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