Planning

MRI - PET Diagnostic Services Colchester

EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Planning

22 May 2026 at 13:54

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust focuses on the provision of MRI and PET Diagnostic Services at Colchester Hospital. This planned tender is categorised under medical imaging services and serves the public authority - central government sector. The procurement stage is currently in the planning phase, with a formal notice expected on 1st February 2027. The contract period for the service delivery spans from 1st April 2028 to 31st March 2035, indicating a significant commitment to strengthening medical diagnostic capabilities within the UK, specifically in Colchester.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in medical imaging and equipment supply. Companies with expertise in the provision, installation, and maintenance of MRI scanning equipment stand to benefit from this long-term engagement. The service requirement highlights the potential for businesses to expand their footprint within the healthcare sector, particularly those capable of delivering unreported MRI scanning services. The alignment with a reputable NHS Foundation Trust further underscores the value of this opportunity for businesses aiming for strategic growth in public healthcare tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MRI - PET Diagnostic Services Colchester

Notice Description

Provision of unreported MRI scanning to Colchester Hospital NHS Trust. To include the supply and maintenance of MRI scanning equipment

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a1a9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048038-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85150000 - Medical imaging services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Feb 20279 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2028 - 31 Mar 2035 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COLCHESTER
Postcode
CO4 5JL
Post Town
Colchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Colchester
Electoral Ward
Mile End
Westminster Constituency
Colchester

Further Information

Notice Documents

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