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02 Jul 2026 at 11:36

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust, is titled "Waiver - BWC_RQ3 - Edge Medical - Spinal Implants." This process falls under the category of surgical implants within the healthcare industry and specifically pertains to the supply of spinal implants. It is located in Birmingham, United Kingdom, with the procurement stage currently at the award phase, as of 2nd July 2026. The procurement method utilised was direct, below threshold and without competition, highlighting a non-competitive approach. The contract, active from 14th May 2026 to 12th June 2026, has been awarded to Edge Medical Ltd, a large enterprise based in Manchester.

This tender presents an opportunity for business growth in the healthcare supply sector, especially for businesses specialising in medical and surgical implants. Companies capable of providing high-quality medical goods, such as surgical implants, could find this procurement process appealing. This contract specifically benefitted a large supplier, suggesting that larger enterprises with the necessary capacity and resources might be better positioned to compete effectively in similar future procurements. Involvement in contracts like this enhances visibility and can foster ongoing or future relationships with the NHS and other healthcare entities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Waiver - BWC_RQ3 - Edge Medical - Spinal Implants

Notice Description

This service relates to the Spinal Implants by Edge Medical Ltd

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c24f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062216-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33184100 - Surgical implants

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£22,911 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
13 May 2026 - 12 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
BIRMINGHAM WOMEN'S AND CHILDREN'S NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Additional Buyers

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6NH
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EDGE MEDICAL

Further Information

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