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PlanningUpdate

16 Jul 2026 at 10:03

Planning

16 Jul 2026 at 09:52

Summary of the contracting process

The Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is initiating a public procurement process for a Cardiac Catheter Laboratory, focusing on the acquisition of cardiac catheter laboratory equipment. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically targeting the cardiac surgery devices and cardiac support devices sectors. The procurement process is presently in the planning stage, with an important market engagement milestone scheduled by 10 August 2026. All relevant engagement documents can be accessed electronically, requiring the use of specific tools available free of charge online. The procurement is located in the United Kingdom, and the contract period is anticipated to start on 1 April 2027, extending until 31 March 2028. The Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospital NHS Trust, as a central public authority, is leading this initiative, with the tender details updated as of 16 July 2026.

This tender presents substantial potential for businesses specialising in medical equipment, particularly those manufacturing or supplying cardiac surgery and support devices. The procurement process offers opportunities for businesses to expand their market presence and engage in a long-term governmental contract. Companies with expertise in providing advanced medical technology and solutions will find this tender especially relevant. This opportunity allows businesses to collaborate with a prominent NHS trust, thus enhancing their portfolio and possibly leading to further prospects within the healthcare industry.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Cardiac Catheter Laboratory

Notice Description

Cardiac Catheter Laboratory Equipment

Planning Information

The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted to the above-mentioned address Electronic communication requires the use of tools and devices that are not generally available. Unrestricted and full direct access to these tools and devices is possible, free of charge, at https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cc9a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067133-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33182000 - Cardiac support devices

33182300 - Cardiac surgery devices

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
10 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MERSEY AND WEST LANCASHIRE TEACHING HOSPITAL NHS 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
PRESCOT
Postcode
L35 5DR
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Knowsley
Electoral Ward
Whiston and Cronton
Westminster Constituency
St Helens South and Whiston

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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