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Charitable Funds - Scalp Cooling System & Maintenance

UNITED LINCOLNSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST

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28 May 2026 at 08:32

Summary of the contracting process

The United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust has successfully completed the award stage of a procurement process involving the provision of two Scalp Cooling Systems and associated maintenance. This contract, intended to utilise charitable funds, falls under the 'goods' category within the medical equipment industry. Located in Lincoln, the project follows a 'below threshold - without competition' procurement method. The process culminated in an active contract for Paxman Coolers Limited starting from 21st May 2026, with an expected conclusion date of 4th May 2032. The total contract value is stated at £45,552, with the net amount at £37,960, ensuring compliance with the current legal framework as per UK legislation 2023/54.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in medical equipment, specifically those involved in cooling system technologies. It demonstrates a demand for innovative solutions that cater to healthcare institutions like the NHS, opening doors for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) seeking to establish or expand their footprint in the healthcare sector. Companies that can offer sustainable, efficient, and cutting-edge medical devices are well-suited to compete in similar tenders, particularly in markets where procurement processes are streamlined to prioritise direct awards for specialised goods and services.

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Notice Title

Charitable Funds - Scalp Cooling System & Maintenance

Notice Description

Charitable Funds - Provision of 2 Scalp Cooling Systems & associated maintenance

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a70a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050058-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£37,960 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 May 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
20 May 2026 - 4 May 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITED LINCOLNSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LINCOLN
Postcode
LN2 5QY
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lincoln
Electoral Ward
Abbey
Westminster Constituency
Lincoln

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PAXMAN COOLERS

Further Information

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