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08 Jul 2026 at 08:44

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Provision of an Open Bore MRI Scanning Service" was conducted by South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust, located in Sunderland, UKC23 region. This tender falls under the industry category of medical imaging services and includes sites at Sunderland Royal Hospital and South Tyneside District Hospital. The procurement was completed with a contract signed on 3rd July 2026. The award notice was published following a standstill period from 22nd June to 2nd July 2026. The procurement method was limited, and the process did not involve prior publication due to the specific requirement for an open bore MRI scanner unique to the locality.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the healthcare and medical imaging sectors, particularly those with expertise in advanced MRI technologies. The successful supplier, Tyneside Surgical Services, utilised the opportunity to provide bespoke services tailored to the needs of South Tyneside and Sunderland NHSFT. Companies capable of offering specialised imaging solutions or possessing the necessary technological facilities are well-positioned to benefit from similar contracts, especially those that comply with stringent healthcare standards and demonstrate the capability to deliver high-quality medical diagnostics. SMEs with innovative solutions in medical imaging could find prospects for growth in this market segment.

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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 patients who require an open bore MRI scanner. For the avoidance of doubt: This is a contract award notice following standstill period from 22/06/2026 to 02/07/2026.

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

Contract awarded under PSR - Most Suitable Provider (MSP). No other open bore MRI scanner in the locality

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c5dd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063949-2026
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
8 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jul 20261 weeks 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
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
Post Town
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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