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BWC - Edge Medical Ltd - Spinal Surgical consumables

BIRMINGHAM WOMEN'S AND CHILDREN'S NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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29 Jul 2026 at 12:54

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was led by Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust, located in Birmingham, United Kingdom, for the supply of spinal surgical consumables. The contract was awarded to Edge Medical Ltd, based in Manchester, incorporating goods such as spinal implants and associated surgical products under the industry category of medical goods. The procurement method employed was a direct award due to technical reasons, with the contract for a 12-month term starting from 10th August 2026, and including an option to extend for two additional periods of 12 months each. This process was completed as of 28th July 2026, marking the transition from completion to the contract's initial execution phase.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs in the medical field specialising in spinal surgical products to provide innovative solutions that adhere to technical compatibility requirements. Other businesses with expertise in manufacturing or supplying medical goods, particularly those related to spinal surgery, may find this type of procurement process advantageous as it offers both immediate and extended engagement opportunities with a notable NHS Trust. The association with a public authority like the Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Trust not only enhances business growth prospects but also reinforces credibility and recognition within the healthcare industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

BWC - Edge Medical Ltd - Spinal Surgical consumables

Notice Description

This contract provides for the supply of spinal implants, fixation systems, interbody devices, biologics, instrumentation and associated surgical products required by University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust. The contract covers the products detailed within the agreed pricing schedule and supports the delivery of spinal surgery services. The contract will be for an initial term of 12 months with the option to extend for a further 2 x 12 months in accordance with the contract terms.

Procurement Information

Direct award is justified on the grounds of technical reasons. Edge Medical supplies spinal implant systems that are technically compatible with existing instrumentation and established clinical practice. Alternative suppliers would result in technical in

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d681
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071722-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33184100 - Surgical implants

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£278,730 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
9 Aug 2026 - 9 Aug 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BIRMINGHAM WOMEN'S AND CHILDREN'S NHS FOUNDATION 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
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
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EDGE MEDICAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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