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23 Jul 2026 at 08:49

Summary of the contracting process

The Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, based in Worthing, UK, recently completed a procurement process for "Water Sensors" under the industry category of goods, specifically sensors. This involved a direct procurement method to expand the Trust's use of Citritek water temperature monitoring sensors. These sensors provide a vital function in ensuring the Trust's water systems are monitored in real-time for safety compliance. The contract, valued at £125,000, became active on 1 June 2026 and will run until 1 June 2031. Citritek Limited, a Bristol-based SME and supplier, was awarded the contract, which was signed on 29 May 2026.

This contract presents robust opportunities for businesses specialising in smart technology solutions, particularly those offering innovative sensor systems. Companies like Citritek Limited, which cater to public health organisations with smart monitoring solutions, are well-positioned to benefit from this tender and similar opportunities. Suppliers providing technology that enhances safety compliance and operational efficiency in healthcare facilities are likely to thrive within this sector.

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Notice Title

Water Sensors

Notice Description

Continuation and expansion of the Trust's use of Citritek water temperature monitoring sensors and associated software, which provide real-time oversight of water system temperatures across the estate. Citritek sensors and software are already deployed within the Trust. The system provides continuous temperature monitoring, alerts, and reporting that supports statutory water safety compliance and assurance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d180
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069479-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment


CPV Codes

35125100 - Sensors

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£125,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 1 Jun 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUSSEX PARTNERSHIP NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WORTHING
Postcode
BN11 1HS
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Worthing
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Worthing West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CITRITEK

Further Information

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