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03 Jul 2026 at 08:49

Summary of the contracting process

The Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust has recently completed a public procurement process involving the purchase of spinal implants from Andesco Medical Ltd. The procurement, titled "Waiver - BWC_RQ3 - Andesco Medical Ltd - Spinal Implants," addresses a need within the surgical implants category, specifically under the goods category. The procurement process was a direct method, conducted below the threshold without competition, and covers the Birmingham location in the United Kingdom (region UKG31). The contract period commenced on 14th May 2026 and concluded on 12th June 2026, with a gross contract value of £32,040.00. The award was made active on the same signing date, 13th May 2026, indicating the completion of this procurement process.

This tender represents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses capable of supplying specialised medical equipment such as surgical implants. Companies proficient in manufacturing or supplying medical goods to public healthcare entities would find this type of procurement beneficial. Being awarded by a notable and reputable institution such as the Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust augments a supplier's portfolio and market credibility. This procurement is particularly suited for large businesses, similar to Andesco Medical Ltd, given the specialised nature of the products involved. The direct procurement method suggests agility and potential favourability in negotiations for those who meet the specific criteria without the need for a competitive tender process.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Waiver - BWC_RQ3 - Andesco Medical Ltd - Spinal Implants

Notice Description

This service relates to the Spinal Implants by Andesco Medical Ltd

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c309
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062605-2026
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
£26,700 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 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

ANDESCO MEDICAL

Further Information

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