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title: "Procurement of Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry"
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# Procurement of Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, C&C, DEFENCE MEDICAL SERVICES (DMS)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6311ae0d-e617-4c0a-9ac2-36f2c99194b5

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, C&C, Defence Medical Services (DMS) has completed a tender process for the procurement of Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) medical equipment. The tender, designated with the reference ID BIP59986384, was officially published on 1st February 2018, following its closure on 25th January 2018. The contract, worth £109,094, is classified under the medical equipment industry category and covers delivery not only within the UK but across various regions, including British Overseas Territories and Europe. The contract period commenced on 31st January 2018 and extends to 31st August 2022, with the procurement method classified as 'Other'.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for suppliers of medical equipment, particularly those with capabilities in DEXA technology and seamless electronic connectivity. The contract could be well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in medical goods, as the DMS encourages diverse participation in their procurement processes. Businesses operating within the healthcare sector, especially those focused on innovative medical technologies, should consider exploring similar tenders to expand their market presence and foster growth.

## Notice

The Procurement of Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) with seamless electronic connectivity to a reporting clinician for the production of a definitive report and to a central repository for long-term archive in accordance with MOD policy. Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'UK-Lichfield: Medical equipments.'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f31e3e5-09fa-4e03-9b1d-5bd90fffb4bd |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Feb 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jan 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Jan 2018 |
| Contract period | 31 Jan 2018 - 31 Aug 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £109,094 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £109,094 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, C&C, DEFENCE MEDICAL SERVICES (DMS) |
| Locality | LICHFIELD |
| Post town | Walsall |
| Postcode | WS14 9PY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG24 Staffordshire CC |
| Local authority | Lichfield |
| Electoral ward | Whittington & Streethay |
| Westminster constituency | Tamworth |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VERTEC SCIENTIFIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33100000 - Medical equipments

## Release History

- 1 Feb 2018 at 08:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f31e3e5-09fa-4e03-9b1d-5bd90fffb4bd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f31e3e5-09fa-4e03-9b1d-5bd90fffb4bd
  1st February 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier

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