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Gen5 Mitraclip Steerable Guide Catheter

NHS GRAMPIAN

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24 Mar 2026 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by NHS Grampian for the "Gen5 Mitraclip Steerable Guide Catheter" has reached the award stage, finalised on 24th March 2026. This contract focuses on the health sector, specifically targeting Aberdeen Royal Infirmary in the Aberdeen region (UKM50). The procurement method employed was limited, bypassing the usual call for competition. This decision was driven by specific clinical needs assessed by a cardiothoracic surgeon, indicating that there were no other viable options for the patients involved. The contract, valued at £56,250, was signed on 10th March 2026, following a direct award procedure due to technical reasons associated with the unique requirements of the supplies and lack of competition.

This tender provides an opportunity for large businesses in the medical supply industry, particularly those specialising in cardiovascular devices, to engage with NHS Grampian—a reputable public health entity. The limited procurement method underlines a specialised demand, making it ideal for companies that hold technological expertise in the field or unique products that meet stringent clinical assessments. Businesses that can offer innovative medical solutions in similar scenarios or sectors may find potential for growth and collaboration opportunities with the National Health Service networks in the UK. The direct award to Abbott Medical U.K. Ltd showcases how tailored services and products can penetrate highly selective procurement processes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Gen5 Mitraclip Steerable Guide Catheter

Notice Description

Gen5 Mitraclip Steerable Guide Cath SGC0802

Lot Information

Lot 1

Direct award to supplier after clinical assessment of patient needs.

Procurement Information

The patients for which the MitraClip are required, have been identified by Cardiothoracic surgeon as requiring surgery. The patients are at too high a clinical risk to undertake the necessary cardiac surgery therefore the MitraClip Procedure is appropriate for the patient as there are no other viable options.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000827339
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552308
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract 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

33141200 - Catheters

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£56,250 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Mar 20263 weeks 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

Buyer & Supplier

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
Post Town
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

ABBOTT MEDICAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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