Tender

Endoscopic Vessel Harvesting Consumables

LIVERPOOL HEART AND CHEST HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Tender

24 Apr 2026 at 08:24

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

21 Apr 2026 at 08:19

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking suppliers for the provision of consumables used in endoscopic vessel harvesting. This invitation for tender falls under the industry category of endoscopy and endosurgery devices, focusing on the Liverpool area in the region UKD72. The procurement process is at the tender stage and follows an open procedure, providing opportunities for businesses to submit their tenders electronically by 29th May 2026. The anticipated contract award date is 5th June 2026, with the contract term starting on 18th June 2026. The total estimated contract value is £873,000, with a net value of £727,500.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies specialising in the manufacturing or distribution of medical consumables related to endoscopy and endosurgery. The open procedure offers a competitive platform for capable suppliers, particularly those with expertise in technical and social value submissions. Companies that can deliver high-quality products and demonstrate commercial viability are well-placed to compete, fostering business growth through partnerships with a renowned NHS Foundation Trust. The contract provides a potential extension, encouraging long-term collaboration and sustainable business opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Endoscopic Vessel Harvesting Consumables

Notice Description

Provision of consumables for use in endoscopic vessel harvesting (EVH)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0686e2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037381-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33168000 - Endoscopy, endosurgery devices

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£727,500 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£727,500 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Apr 2026Today
Submission Deadline
29 May 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Jun 2026 - 17 Jun 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
2028-04-21

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LIVERPOOL HEART AND CHEST HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L14 3PE
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Broadgreen
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool West Derby

Further Information

Notice Documents

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