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title: "Purchase of Vacuum Assisted Biopsy"
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# Purchase of Vacuum Assisted Biopsy

Buyer: LEEDS TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-14bfea7f-bfad-46e9-bae3-255db8c22443

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## Summary

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, a prominent healthcare organisation, has concluded the procurement process titled "Purchase of Vacuum Assisted Biopsy" within the industry category of mammography devices. The procurement, established through a selective method by calling off from a framework agreement, specifically the NHSSC Framework Agreement for Digital Mammography 2022, involves the purchase of vacuum-assisted biopsy equipment. Located in Leeds, the procurement process reached its award stage on 17th March 2026, with the contract set to commence on 27th March 2026 and extend until 26th March 2031. The total value of the contract award is £78,000 GBP to Hologic LTD., with delivery addresses specified within the UK, specifically the postal code LS9 7TF.

This procurement opportunity offers substantial growth potential for businesses specialising in medical devices, particularly those with expertise in digital mammography and related technologies. The awarded contract, although unsuitable for SMEs and VCSEs, provides a notable opportunity for larger firms looking to enhance their portfolio or strengthen their presence within the NHS supply chain. Participating in such tenders can help firms establish important relationships with key NHS stakeholders, positioning them favourably for future procurements in the healthcare sector.

## Notice

1 x VAB Additional information: Awarded via NHSSC l Framework Agreement for Digital Mammography 2022. Contract Reference Number: 2021/S 000-007768

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32d6e62c-6e78-41e8-b80f-70c2686bc30c |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 27 Mar 2026 - 26 Mar 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £65,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £78,000 |
| 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 | LEEDS TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS9 7TF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Gipton & Harehills |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33111650 - Mammography devices

## Release History

- 8 May 2026 at 12:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32d6e62c-6e78-41e8-b80f-70c2686bc30c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32d6e62c-6e78-41e8-b80f-70c2686bc30c
  8th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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