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title: "Contrast Media"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE CHRISTIE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-04-22"
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# Contrast Media

Buyer: THE CHRISTIE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-010a557b-26f5-43d0-8b07-c3e1f9442cce

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## Summary

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, located in Manchester, United Kingdom, has completed a procurement process for "Contrast Media" under the CPV classification category for Reagents and Contrast Media. The procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 30th November 2025, and the contract commenced on 1st December 2025, running until 31st August 2026. Bracco UK Limited, based in Oxford, was awarded the contract with a value of £40,850.46. An optional extension of this contract is available until 31st August 2028, providing further opportunities for collaboration.

This tender primarily presents growth opportunities for larger suppliers dealing in medical goods due to its classification and substantial contract value. Smaller businesses such as SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises might find limited entry points, considering the suitability profile. Nevertheless, entities experienced in supplying contrast media or similar pharmaceutical products should have the necessary capabilities to compete successfully in future related tenders. Firms aiming to collaborate with prominent healthcare institutions like The Christie NHS Foundation Trust can leverage this awarded contract as a strategic partnership building block.

## Notice

Contrast Media Additional information: Optional Extension to 31/08/2028

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af932d7a-cf5e-4625-8452-0ee4049da54c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2025 - 31 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,850 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £40,850 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE CHRISTIE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M20 4BX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Withington |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Withington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRACCO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33696000 - Reagents and contrast media

## Release History

- 22 Apr 2026 at 10:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af932d7a-cf5e-4625-8452-0ee4049da54c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af932d7a-cf5e-4625-8452-0ee4049da54c
  22nd April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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