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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Salford has completed a direct procurement process for the acquisition of a Scan Trainer Compact, a sophisticated ultrasound training solution aimed at enhancing scanning skills across various medical fields, including obstetrics and gynaecology. This procurement falls under the goods category and was achieved through a below-threshold direct award method, the supplier being Surgical Science UK Limited, the original equipment manufacturer and sole provider. The tender, OCID ocds-h6vhtk-06c663, was finalised on 8th July 2026, with the contract commencing on the same day and concluding on 31st July 2026. The initiative aligns with sub-central government’s legal requirements, specifically under Act 2023/54, and targets the Greater Manchester area, identified as UKD34.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in medical and training equipment, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises like Surgical Science UK Limited, which can leverage their expertise in developing and supplying advanced training tools in the medical sector. With an emphasis on cutting-edge educational products, companies within the imaging equipment sector can position themselves competitively for similar future contracts by providing innovative solutions that cater to specialised educational needs in healthcare institutions.

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Notice Title

Scan Trainer Compact

Notice Description

Purchase of a Scan Trainer Compact. A comprehensive ultrasound training solution designed to develop essential scanning skills across obstetrics, gynaecology and general medicine. It supports trainees at all levels from beginners to experts through real patient cases and guided assessments. Direct Award as the supplier is the manufacturer and sole supplier.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c663
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064222-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award 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

33110000 - Imaging equipment for medical, dental and veterinary use

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£61,616 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
7 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M5 4WT
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SURGICAL SCIENCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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