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title: "GB-Middlesbrough: Optometry Small Equipment"
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# GB-Middlesbrough: Optometry Small Equipment

Buyer: TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2efa46aa-dbe2-4626-bc95-4ffed4e27853

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## Summary

Teesside University is currently in the tender stage for a contract titled "GB-Middlesbrough: Optometry Small Equipment" under the industry category of diagnostic devices. This procurement involves the supply of optometry equipment for a new clinical facility in Middlesbrough, set to enhance the university's optometry programme by July 2026. The tender, classified under CPV code 33124100, follows an open procedure procurement method. Interested parties must submit their proposals by 17th February 2026, with the contract scheduled to start on 1st April 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2031. The entire project is valued at £500,000, and it seeks suppliers located in the North East region of the United Kingdom.

This procurement presents a significant business opportunity, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), given its value and open procedure. Businesses in the field of diagnostic devices, especially those specialising in or seeking to expand into optometry equipment, are well-suited to compete for this tender. The long contract period offers sustained growth potential and commercial engagement, aiding firms in establishing a footprint within the UK's public sector procurement domain. This opportunity aligns with enterprises looking to grow their business in the medical equipment supply chain amidst expanding clinical and educational facilities.

## Notice

Teesside University is investing in a suite of new clinical facilities to provide for significant growth in its existing Optometry provision. The new facility, due for completion in July 2026, will provide teaching and public-facing clinic facilities for the optometry programme. This contract is to supply an initial purchase of general optometry equipment to equip the new facility. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5500ce71-ab96-4ddc-85aa-d70069d7f392 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | MIDDLESBROUGH |
| Post town | Cleveland |
| Postcode | TS1 3BA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC32 South Teesside |
| Local authority | Middlesbrough |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Middlesbrough and Thornaby East |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33124100 - Diagnostic devices

## Release History

- 27 Jan 2026 at 11:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5500ce71-ab96-4ddc-85aa-d70069d7f392

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5500ce71-ab96-4ddc-85aa-d70069d7f392
  27th January 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Middlesbrough:-Optometry-Small-Equipment/22NSA7732R
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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