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28 Jul 2026 at 08:34

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process, initiated by The University of Cumbria, involved the acquisition of Schiller Defiguard Touch 7 defibrillators for a course that begins in the autumn. The procurement falls under the "goods" category and involves several delivery locations across the United Kingdom. The process has completed its award stage, with Schiller UK Ltd selected as the supplier. Key dates include the contract signing on 17th July 2026, and the start and end dates for the contract period from 1st August 2026 to 31st December 2026. The procurement was conducted under a "below threshold" method, with no specific threshold details disclosed.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for suppliers in the medical equipment industry, particularly those specialising in cardiac care devices. It is an ideal engagement for businesses looking to expand their footprint within the public sector and establish a strong presence across various UK regions. Companies focusing on advanced medical technology and offering competitive pricing structures are well-suited to participate in similar procurement opportunities with educational institutions seeking high-quality medical equipment.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

SSJ-Schiller

Notice Description

The University of Cumbria require Defiguard Touch 7 Schiller defibrilators for a course commencing in the autumn.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d4ce
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071039-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33182100 - Defibrillator

33182200 - Cardiac stimulation devices

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£45,264 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Dec 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
THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CUMBRIA
Postcode
CA1 2HH
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SCHILLER

Further Information

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