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13 Jul 2026 at 15:12

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for "Single Use Gowns" was conducted by QE Facilities Ltd, a public authority linked to the central government located at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Gateshead, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the industry category of medical consumables. The contract was awarded on 13th July 2026, with the procurement stage now marked as complete. The contract period spans from 1st June 2026 to 31st May 2027, with an approximate contract value of £32,662. The procurement method used was direct, carried out below the threshold without competition, which is indicative of a straightforward acquisition process.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in medical goods, particularly large-scale suppliers of surgical and medical consumables. Companies like MOLNLYCKE HEALTH CARE LIMITED, which was the awarded supplier for this specific contract, are well-suited to engage in such tenders due to their extensive capabilities in manufacturing and supplying medical goods. Engaging in such contracts could offer growth avenues for businesses looking to expand their market reach in the health sector, particularly in supplying regulatory-compliant medical consumables across the UK. The direct nature of this procurement indicates a demand for reliable suppliers capable of fulfilling specific requirements within a defined timeline and budget.

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Notice Title

Single Use Gowns

Notice Description

Price agreement for single use surgical gowns. From 01/06/2026 to 31/05/2027. Cost PS32,662

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c9d7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065757-2026
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

33140000 - Medical consumables

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£32,662 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
QE FACILITIES LTD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GATESHEAD
Postcode
NE9 6SX
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Gateshead
Electoral Ward
High Fell
Westminster Constituency
Gateshead Central and Whickham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MOLNLYCKE HEALTH CARE

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