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Award

01 Jul 2026 at 15:27

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust focuses on the acquisition of the Model 51LCD - Bariatric Leg Ulcer Treatment Chair, which falls under the goods category, specifically medical equipment. Located in Ashford, United Kingdom, the awarding of the contract was completed on 1st July 2026. Using a direct procurement method, the process was below the threshold and completed without competition. The contract commenced on 27th May 2026 and concluded on 26th June 2026, encompassing delivery to various regions across the UK. The supplier, Plinth Medical Limited, has been selected for this procurement.

This tender allows businesses specialising in medical equipment to expand their client base and enhance their market reach within the healthcare sector. SMEs with capabilities in manufacturing or distributing medical equipment, particularly those specialising in treatment chairs or related products, are well-suited to compete in this sector. Given the nature of this direct award, businesses may consider building relationships with public authorities for potential future opportunities in similar procurements.

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Notice Title

Model 51LCD - Bariatric Leg Ulcer Treatment Chair - Electric

Notice Description

Model 51LCD - Bariatric Leg Ulcer Treatment Chair - Electric- specific product request

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c1b7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061940-2026
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

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£11,745 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
26 May 2026 - 26 Jun 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KENT COMMUNITY HEALTH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ASHFORD
Postcode
TN25 4AZ
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Ashford
Electoral Ward
Goat Lees
Westminster Constituency
Ashford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PLINTH MEDICAL

Further Information

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