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21 Jul 2026 at 08:42

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust, has culminated in an award related to a direct contract for the supply of the MNC and CMNC software. This software, used for gene therapy apheresis, is supplied by Terumo UK Ltd. The procurement falls under the medical software industry category and pertains to the goods procurement type. The procurement method was direct and conducted below the threshold without competition due to a waiver. Based in Birmingham, the procurement covers the UKG31 region, with a contract period that commenced on 18th May 2026 and concluded on 18th June 2026, with a contract value amounting to £19,559.85 exclusive of tax.

This contract presents a valuable opportunity for businesses offering medical software packages, particularly those focused on healthcare technology and innovations, to explore potential collaborations or partnerships with NHS Trusts. The demand for specialised software in medical treatments such as gene therapy apheresis reflects the growing sector of healthcare technology, making it a lucrative area for growth for large-scale suppliers capable and experienced in providing niche, high-tech medical solutions. Companies with advanced capabilities in software development and integration within the healthcare domain are well-suited to pursue similar opportunities with NHS bodies or within the wider public healthcare framework in the UK.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Waiver - BWC _CQ3 - CQ3/526 - Terumo UK Ltd - MNC and CMNC Software

Notice Description

This service relates to the MNC and CMNC Software for gene therapy apheresis by Terumo UK Ltd

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cf77
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068527-2026
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

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48180000 - Medical software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£19,559 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
17 May 2026 - 18 Jun 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BIRMINGHAM WOMEN'S AND CHILDREN'S NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Additional Buyers

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6NH
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TERUMO

Further Information

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