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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the supply of a Vivid Pioneer Ultrasound system with EchoPAC upgrades, conducted by NHS Grampian, has reached the award stage. This procurement, identified by tender ID NCT071-25, falls under the health industry category and is located at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. The main procurement method was an open procedure, concluded with the contract signing on 13th January 2026. The contract was awarded to GE Medical Systems Ltd with a total contract value of £106,700. NHS Grampian, a body governed by public law and located in Aberdeen, served as the buying organisation in this process.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses specialising in medical imaging equipment and technology upgrades. The contract was a call-off from the public sector framework, hinting at the significance of framework agreements in facilitating accessible procurement pathways for suppliers. Large-scale manufacturers and suppliers of medical systems, particularly those capable of delivering equipment to Aberdeen, are well-positioned to benefit from similar procurement opportunities in the future, allowing for expanded reach within the UK's healthcare sector. This contract exemplifies how innovation in medical technology procurement can drive business growth, provided suppliers can meet the set procurement and regulatory standards.

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Notice Title

Ultrasound System

Notice Description

Vivid Pioneer Ultrasound system c/w EchoPAC Upgrades

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000821247
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547684
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33112000 - Echo, ultrasound and doppler imaging equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£106,700 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jan 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jan 20267 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS Grampian
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB15 6RE
Postcode Area
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Kingswells/Sheddocksley/Summerhill
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GE Medical Systems Ltd

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