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15 Jul 2026 at 12:19

Summary of the contracting process

The Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust has completed a procurement process for the service maintenance of the Aqua Retinal Imaging System. Categorised within the services industry, this tender falls under the repair and maintenance services classification and has reached the award stage. The procurement was conducted as a direct method without competition, aligned with the legal framework of the UK Public General Acts (2023). The award was made on 15th July 2026 to OPTOS Public Limited Company for a contracted period from 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2027. The service will be delivered in the regions UKE11 (which includes Hull) and UKE12, with a total contract value of £15,465.60 GBP, demonstrating a focus on regional investment and service enhancement.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in medical equipment maintenance, particularly those experienced in imaging systems and services. The contract's focus on high-value maintenance services can create pathways for businesses aiming to establish or expand their presence in the healthcare sector, particularly in supporting NHS institutions. Companies with large operational scales, technical expertise in advanced imaging systems, and strong service delivery capabilities are well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders. This specific contract, awarded without competition, highlights the importance of maintaining established relationships and reputational advantages for potential suppliers in this sector.

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Notice Title

SERVICE MAINTENANCE OF AQUA RETINAL IMAGING SYSTEM

Notice Description

The provision of Service Maintenance of the Aqua Retinal Imaging System for the Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cbef
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066765-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£12,888 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 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
HULL UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HULL
Postcode
HU3 2JZ
Post Town
Hull
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Kingston upon Hull, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Kingston upon Hull North and Cottingham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OPTOS PUBLIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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