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TenderUpdate

16 Jun 2026 at 13:21

Award

01 Jun 2026 at 14:03

Summary of the contracting process

The Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has successfully concluded the procurement process for "MRI Scanning for Neurology", classified under medical imaging services. The tender falls within the services industry category and took place in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK. The contract, valued at approximately £281,478, spans from 1 June 2026 to 31 May 2027. The procurement was conducted through a limited procedure under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR), following the Health Care Services Regulations 2023. A standstill period commenced on 2 June 2026, allowing representations by providers up to its conclusion. The award process did not involve prior notice of competition, and the procurement phase is complete, with the contract now active.

This procurement presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in medical imaging services, particularly those capable of providing high-quality MRI scanning technologies. Companies like The Newcastle Clinic, which was awarded the contract, successfully demonstrated capacities in quality, innovation, value, and social value, meeting the stringent criteria set by the Trust. Enterprises with capabilities in healthcare services and an interest in expanding their operations in the North East of England may find similar tenders advantageous for business expansion. The rigorous selection focuses on integration, collaboration, and reducing inequalities, providing a comprehensive framework for service providers to leverage their expertise in this specialised field.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

MRI Scanning for Neurology

Notice Description

MRI Scanning for Neurology

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Newcastle Clinic provides MRI services to our Neurology patients across FRH and RVI.

This contract has been awarded under
PSR Direct Award Process C. The
approximate lifetime value of the
contract is PS281,478. Service scheduled to
commence on 01/06/2026 and
conclude on 31/05/2027.

Procurement Information

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The awarding of this contract is<br/>subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Procurement Act 2023 do not apply to this award. The standstill period begins<br/>on 2nd June 2026. Representations by providers must be made to the relevant authority by the end of<br/>standstill.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06aa86
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056679-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
16 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE 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
NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE
Postcode
NE7 7DN
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC2 Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Dene & South Gosforth
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE NEWCASTLE CLINIC

Further Information

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