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FCT - Sonata Ablation Device -Women and Children

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS SUSSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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17 Apr 2026 at 14:39

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Summary of the contracting process

The University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust has completed the procurement process for the "FCT - Sonata Ablation Device - Women and Children" in the medical equipment category. The procurement involves the direct award of a contract for the Sonata® Transcervical Fibroid Ablation System designed for treating uterine fibroids. The procurement method did not involve competition, as the device is proprietary with exclusive rights held by supplier HOLOGIC LTD. Located in Worthing, the Trust is proceeding to award the contract, with the procurement stage marked as complete and contract commencement scheduled for 27th April 2026. The contract is planned to run until 26th May 2026. Businesses involved in supplying medical devices and equipment can consider focusing on opportunities with NHS trusts for newly developed, innovative devices.

This contract demonstrates an opportunity for businesses specialising in medical devices and integrated systems, particularly those related to operating theatre devices and uterine treatment technologies. Suppliers capable of offering unique solutions, like proprietary devices, have potential growth opportunities by securing exclusive contracts without needing to compete openly, as seen in this direct procurement method. Small and medium-sized enterprises could benefit from aligning with large suppliers or enhancing their unique offerings to attract similar procurement opportunities within the healthcare sector.Engaging with public health organisations can serve as a platform for expansion and establishing a foothold in the medical supplies industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

FCT - Sonata Ablation Device -Women and Children

Notice Description

The Trust intends to directly award a contract for the supply, installation, training, and ongoing support of the Sonata(r) Transcervical Fibroid Ablation System for the treatment of uterine fibroids. The Sonata(r) Ablation System is a proprietary, integrated medical device protected by intellectual property and exclusive rights held by Hologic. The device is used for the treatment of uterine fibroids. There are no reasonable alternative products available on the market.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068594
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035323-2026
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
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

33162000 - Operating theatre devices and instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£189,850 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
26 Apr 2026 - 26 May 2026 30 days
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
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS SUSSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WORTHING
Postcode
BN11 2DH
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Worthing
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Worthing West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HOLOGIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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