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29 Jul 2026 at 09:24

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process involves CITY HOSPITALS INDEPENDENT COMMERCIAL ENTERPRISES LIMITED, located at Sunderland Royal Hospital, Sunderland, United Kingdom. The contract titled "Foot & Ankle Implants" falls within the orthopaedic implants category under the industry classification of goods. It is being conducted in the North East England region. On 1st April 2026, the contract was signed with a status of completion, marking the conclusion of the award stage. This was a direct award through the NHSSC Total Orthopaedic Solutions 3 Framework, utilising a limited procurement method without prior publication of a competition call. The contract, valued at £117,507 GBP, was awarded to Lavender Medical Ltd.

This tender presents business growth opportunities for suppliers within the orthopaedic medical supplies sector, particularly those capable of fulfilling large-scale orders such as Lavender Medical Ltd. Companies with a focus on healthcare and possessing experience in dealing with public health organisations or frameworks will find this tender appealing. The award, given without a formal competition, highlights the advantage for businesses that are able to align with procurement frameworks like the NHSSC, and underscores the importance of maintaining strong relationships with public buying entities. Additionally, businesses considering future opportunities within this framework can explore potential extensions provided by the NHSSC Total Orthopaedic Solutions 3 Framework contract.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Foot & Ankle Implants

Notice Description

Framework call off vis NHSSC Total Orthopaedic Solutions 3 Framework

Lot Information

Lot 1

Foot & Ankle Implants for Orthopaedic surgery

Options: Extension available via TOS 3 framework contract

Procurement Information

This is a direct award via the NHSSC Total Orthopaedic Solutions 3 Framework

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d613
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071552-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33183100 - Orthopaedic implants

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£117,507 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20264 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY HOSPITALS INDEPENDENT COMMERCIAL ENTERPRISES LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR4 7TP
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LAVENDER MEDICAL

Further Information

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