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Provision of an Open Bore MRI Scanning Service

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

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22 Jun 2026 at 11:13

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Summary of the contracting process

The South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust has initiated a procurement process for the provision of an Open Bore MRI Scanning Service in the UKC23 region, encompassing Sunderland Royal Hospital and South Tyneside District Hospital. This tender, classified under medical imaging services (CPV code 85150000), aims to deliver essential MRI scans pivotal for accurate medical diagnoses and treatments. The process has reached the award stage with the intention to award following a standstill period from 22nd June 2026 to 2nd July 2026. The procurement method employed is a limited procedure, continuing an existing service without prior competition, and it has resulted in a contract valued at £210,000 signed with Tyneside Surgical Services.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in the medical imaging sector, particularly those offering innovative solutions in diagnostics. Suppliers like small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in providing specialised MRI equipment and services can benefit significantly. Engaging in this procurement can help such businesses to enhance service delivery capabilities, build collaborations with NHS bodies, and expand their footprint within the healthcare sector by aligning with the future diagnostic needs of the community.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of an Open Bore MRI Scanning Service

Notice Description

Provision of an Open bore MRI scanning service on behalf of South Tyneside and Sunderland NHSFT. This is to deliver a wide range MRI scans which are essential for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment of various medical conditions. This is specifc for patient who require an open bore MRI scanner. For the avoidance of doubt: This is an intention to award which will follow a standstill period from 22/06/2026 to 02/07/2026. At the end of this period the Trust intends to award a contract.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Procurement for the Provision of an Open Bore MRI Scanning Service with sites in Sunderland Royal Hospital and South Tyneside District Hospital. There is no guaranteed activity level; service volumes will be determined by patient demand.

Procurement Information

This is a continuation of a current service already in place

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b9db
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058394-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award 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
£210,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jun 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR4 7TP
Postcode Area
Sunderland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC23 Sunderland
Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Tyneside Surgical Services

Further Information

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