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30 Jul 2026 at 08:12

Summary of the contracting process

The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust has completed a procurement process for the maintenance of x3 Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) cameras at the Leicester General Hospital, specifically for the Diabetic Retinopathy department. This contract, identified with the title “Maintenance; x3 OCT cameras PW016”, commenced on 20 July 2026 and will conclude on 19 July 2031, covering a comprehensive service plan over five years. The procurement was conducted using a direct method, below the threshold, and without competition, indicating a focused and specific service requirement tailored to hospital needs. This falls under the services category, indicating a reliance on skilled expertise to fulfil the contract terms.

This contract provides opportunities for growth, especially for businesses specialized in medical equipment maintenance and repair services. Companies like Sense Medical Limited, which has been awarded the contract, exemplify the type of business suited for such procurement, offering capabilities in maintaining sophisticated medical equipment, such as OCT cameras. The direct engagement method used highlights the potential for smaller specialised firms to secure significant, multi-year agreements by aligning closely with buyer needs and regulatory requirements within the healthcare industry.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Maintenance; x3 OCT cameras PW016

Notice Description

#New Contract award, equipment out of warranty; Maintenance - x3 OCT cameras (multi-year) Hospital site: Leicester General Hospital. Departmental location: Diabetic Retinopathy Comprehensive Service Plan (Year 1/2/3/4/5) X3 OCT-R1 S/N: 160082,160020,160090 The Canon OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography) camera uses advanced light interference to capture non-invasive, high-definition cross-sectional images of the retina and the eye's anterior chamber. It allows doctors to visualize, measure, and analyse different microscopic layers of the eye to detect and monitor conditions like glaucoma and macular degeneration Contract start date: 20 July 2026 Contract end date: 19 July 2031

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d726
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071980-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
Not specified
Contracts Value
£42,750 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
29 Jul 2026 - 29 Jul 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
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

SENSE MEDICAL

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