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Waiver - UHB_QEH - Natus Nicolet UK Ltd - Video HIT Goggles.

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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28 Apr 2026 at 15:07

Summary of the contracting process

The University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust has awarded a contract to Natus Nicolet UK Ltd for the supply of Video HIT goggles, used for recording eye movements during assessments. The procurement process was initiated as a direct method under a waiver, without competition, for goods classified under the CPV 'Goggles'. The contract, valued at £18,323.83 excl. VAT, commenced on 1st April 2026 and will conclude on 1st May 2026. The trust, located in Birmingham, executed this procurement process under UK central government regulations, culminating in the award stage with an active contract.

This tender represents a growth opportunity for businesses specialising in medical equipment and diagnostics, particularly those with expertise in ophthalmic assessment technologies. Large-scale suppliers with capabilities in producing sophisticated medical devices are well-suited to engage in similar procurement opportunities. Despite the absence of competition in this specific process, businesses aiming to enhance their presence in the healthcare sector should consider engaging with such contracting authorities, as they frequently require innovative solutions and equipment to advance patient care and assessment methodologies.

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Notice Title

Waiver - UHB_QEH - Natus Nicolet UK Ltd - Video HIT Goggles.

Notice Description

This service relates to the Video HIT (head impulse testing) goggles for recording eye movement during assessment by Natus Nicolet UK Ltd.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068d2a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038772-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33735000 - Goggles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£18,323 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 1 May 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2GW
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NATUS NICOLET

Further Information

Notice Documents

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