Award

Replacement of City X-Rays

NOTTINGHAM UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS TRUST

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

21 May 2026 at 14:43

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Award

21 May 2026 at 14:24

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust has awarded a contract for replacing X-ray devices at the City Hospital. The procurement was carried out through a direct award method, given the specialist nature of the equipment and the limited availability of qualified suppliers. The process initiated with a tender and is now in the award stage, with the award being made on 21st May 2026. The contract, worth approximately £296,340 gross, will be fulfilled by Probo Medical Ltd, a supplier based in Gloucester. The contract period is set to begin on 18th June 2026 and conclude on 17th June 2027. Located in the UKF14 region, the project falls under the 'goods' category according to industry classification. Potential risks have been identified, such as the need for a maintenance contract post-warranty, highlighting the essential nature of technical expertise in these engagements.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in the medical equipment supply industry, particularly those equipped to offer technical services for complex medical devices like X-ray machines. Due to the specialised nature of the equipment, direct engagement with highly qualified suppliers was necessary, indicating that businesses with a strong portfolio in medical imaging devices and the capability to provide comprehensive support and maintenance services are well suited to such contracts. Companies looking to expand their footprint in the healthcare sector, especially those capable of demonstrating technical expertise and reliability in delivering high-value medical equipment, could find significant growth potential by participating in similar specialised procurement opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Replacement of City X-Rays

Notice Description

Contract award for a replacement x-ray at City Hospital. This equipment is only available through a single supplier as this is a specialist service. During the procurement process, the Trust explored and proactively engaged with potential alternative suppliers however only Probo were able to meet the requirements.

Procurement Information

This equipment is only available through a single supplier as this is a specialist service.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069f98
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047278-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33111000 - X-ray devices

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£246,950 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 May 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
17 Jun 2026 - 17 Jun 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NOTTINGHAM 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
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG5 1PB
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Sherwood
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PROBO MEDICAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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