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Summary of the contracting process

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust is currently in the active tender phase for the procurement of a "Treatment Verification System." This initiative, with the primary industry category of "Radiotherapy devices and supplies," aims to upgrade a system used for low-energy ocular proton therapy. Located in Bebington, United Kingdom, the contracting authority is a public authority associated with central government. The procurement process is conducted via an open procedure, allowing submissions electronically until the tender period closing date on 7th August 2026. The total estimated contract value stands at GBP 459,600, with inquiry periods ending on 29th July 2026 and the award period concluding by 18th September 2026.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in medical devices and radiotherapy equipment. It is particularly well-suited for SMEs given the stated suitability criteria, rewarding expertise in both commercial and technical quality aspects, as well as social value. Enterprises capable of delivering high-quality and innovative solutions in treatment verification systems stand a good chance to expand their reach and reputation in the healthcare technology domain through this contract. The procurement method encourages diverse participation, enabling firms to demonstrate their capabilities in a competitive market whilst adhering to public procurement standards.

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Notice Title

Treatment Verification System

Notice Description

Clatterbridge Cancer Centre is preparing to procure an upgrade to the treatment verification system used to position patients for low-energy ocular proton therapy

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c884
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065179-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33151000 - Radiotherapy devices and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£319,166 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£319,166 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
7 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Oct 2026 - 4 Oct 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE CLATTERBRIDGE CANCER CENTRE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BEBINGTON
Postcode
CH63 4JY
Post Town
Chester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD74 Wirral
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wirral
Electoral Ward
Clatterbridge
Westminster Constituency
Wirral West

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