Planning

Orthopaedic Trauma

LIVERPOOL UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Planning

27 May 2026 at 15:23

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being initiated by the Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust for a contract titled "Orthopaedic Trauma." This tender falls under the industry category of "goods," specifically targeting orthopaedic trauma consumable supplies for the Aintree trauma centre. The procurement is in the planning stage, with a future notice date set for 31st July 2026. This planned procurement will be carried out in Liverpool, with the contract period expected to commence on 1st February 2027 and conclude on 31st January 2031. This initiative follows the legal framework of the Procurement Act 2023 and has been published to provide the market with advance notice, though it does not yet confirm a definitive procurement timeline or award.

This upcoming procurement presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specializing in orthopaedic supplies. Suppliers with experience in delivering consumable medical goods, particularly those with expertise in orthopaedic trauma products, would find this tender a lucrative avenue for business expansion. Participating in this process, even at the planning stage, allows businesses to prepare and align their offerings with the requirements of the Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, a key public authority in central government. Engaging in such a process could help firms strengthen their foothold in the healthcare supply sector and enhance their portfolio by collaborating with a prominent NHS trust.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Orthopaedic Trauma

Notice Description

Orthopaedic trauma consumables supplies for the Aintree trauma centre. This Pipeline Notice has been published in accordance with section 93 of the Procurement Act 2023 to provide early visibility to the market and to enable interested suppliers sufficient time to prepare for a potential future tender opportunity. Publication of this notice does not represent a commitment by the Trust to commence a procurement, to use any specific procurement procedure, or to award a contract.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a6c3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049891-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33141700 - Orthopaedic supplies

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Jul 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2027 - 31 Jan 2031 4-5 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
LIVERPOOL UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS 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
L9 7AL
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
Fazakerley West
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Walton

Further Information

Notice Documents

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