Planning

Rapid genetic MT-RNR1 test for neonates preventing hearing loss

NHS ENGLAND

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16 Apr 2026 at 15:42

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by NHS England involves a preliminary market consultation for a rapid genetic MT-RNR1 test aimed at preventing hearing loss in neonates. The contracting authority, NHS England, is situated in London and is categorised under public authority within the central government. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, and market engagement notice is scheduled with a due date of 1st May 2026. The consultation falls within the medical industry category, focusing primarily on goods, and it involves medical software packages, equipment, diagnostic devices, and kits, among other items. Interested parties are required to register and respond through the Atamis e-sourcing portal.

This tender represents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs that specialise in medical software, diagnostic devices, and related fields. The procurement seeks to leverage advanced medical technology to deliver a critical diagnostic tool for neonates, creating a niche market for businesses engaged in innovative medical solutions. The engagement could offer successful bidders the chance to establish themselves as key providers of diagnostic technologies within the central government healthcare sector, potentially expanding their offerings into other services realms linked with neonatal care. Businesses adept in technological advancements in medical diagnostics have the potential to not only contribute to this initiative but also enhance their market presence through association with NHS England.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Rapid genetic MT-RNR1 test for neonates preventing hearing loss

Notice Description

Preliminary market consultation to inform the NHS commercial strategy for rapid genetic MT-RNR1 test for neonates preventing hearing loss. Please note all stated financial values in relation to this notice are nominal, as the financial envelope is yet to be defined. Projected contracting dates in the notice, similarly do not reflect any plans as these are yet to be defined. To express interest, review and respond to the request for information questionnaire please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal using the following link. https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome select live opportunities, navigate to the project titled: "Rapid genetic MT-RNR1 test for neonates preventing hearing loss" (ref: C440762) and follow the instructions to download, complete and upload your response to the questionnaire.

Planning Information

Preliminary Market Consultation regarding rapid genetic MT-RNR1 test for neonates preventing hearing loss

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068497
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034886-2026
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

33124100 - Diagnostic devices

33124130 - Diagnostic supplies

33141625 - Diagnostic kits

48180000 - Medical software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jan 20279 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2027 - 30 Jun 2028 1-2 years
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
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Further Information

Notice Documents

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