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05 Aug 2026 at 10:35

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the buying organisation, Medway NHS Foundation Trust, situated in Gillingham, UK. The contracting authority sought services in the "Sterile services" industry category, with a specific focus on medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, and health and social work services. The procurement stage is now complete, having been finalised on 5th August 2026, with the specific direct procurement method described as "Below threshold - without competition." The contract covers the provision of services within the UK region, and it commenced on 5th August 2026 with an end date of 5th August 2027.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in medical services and equipment, as it involves the provision of sterile services, crucial for healthcare institutions. The procurement was secured by IHSS Limited, a small or medium-sized enterprise based in London, highlighting an opportunity for SMEs to effectively compete in niche service areas. Businesses with capabilities in medical equipment and health services, especially those with experience in direct service provision to NHS entities, would find this tender fitting for their growth ambitions through collaborations with public health organisations.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Sterile services

Notice Description

INV02005 MSP Medway March 2026

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06dc2c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074097-2026
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

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£19,086 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Contract Period
4 Aug 2026 - 5 Aug 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MEDWAY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GILLINGHAM
Postcode
ME7 5NY
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ41 Medway
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Medway
Electoral Ward
Gillingham South
Westminster Constituency
Gillingham and Rainham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IHSS

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