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Consumables - Equipment repairs and parts PW##

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUST

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27 Jul 2026 at 15:26

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27 Jul 2026 at 15:20

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Summary of the contracting process

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust has concluded a procurement process for consumables related to equipment repairs and parts, essential for supporting clinical services. The procurement adhered to a direct award method, addressing requirements under the UKPGA legal basis reference 2023/54. The contract was awarded to Tenacore UK Limited, with the procurement process reaching the award phase as of 27th July 2026. Located in Leicester, this contract encompasses the supply and repair services of medical equipment throughout the UKF region. The contract period is slated to commence on 7th August 2026 and will remain active until 31st July 2028, following a standstill period that concludes on 6th August 2026. Notably, this procurement falls within the goods category, directly responding to immediate needs in medical equipment maintenance.

This procurement offers substantial business growth prospects, particularly for enterprises specialising in medical equipment supply and maintenance. The direct award to Tenacore UK Limited highlights an opportunity for large-scale suppliers with expertise in medical consumables and repair services. Furthermore, businesses that can demonstrate compliance with strict quality and risk assessment standards, as per UHL Medical Device Policy and MHRA guidance, would find relevance in such procurement opportunities. Engaging in such contracts could enhance a firm's visibility across NHS trusts and expand its customer base within the healthcare sector across the United Kingdom. SMEs and VCSEs with applicable capabilities could also find similar opportunities if they meet suitability criteria in related tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Consumables - Equipment repairs and parts PW##

Notice Description

#Consumable equipment Spares and repairs for clinical equipment. Parts required to support the continuation of services.

Procurement Information

Risk-based approach consistent with UHL Medical Device Policy and MHRA guidance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d48a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070918-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

50420000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical and surgical equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£230,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
6 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER 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
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE1 5WW
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF21 Leicester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Leicester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Leicester South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TENACORE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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