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title: "Glidescope difficult airway system"
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buyer: "SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
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# Glidescope difficult airway system

Buyer: SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8a4c7db0-b24e-494f-b185-b504fd16fc4e

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## Summary

The procurement process for the supply of a "Glidescope difficult airway system" was conducted by Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, located at Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton. This tender fell under the anaesthesia and resuscitation devices category, delivered to South West, United Kingdom, with a contract value of £13,378. The procurement method used was selective through a call-off from a framework agreement, and the process has reached the award stage, with the contract commencing on 22nd January 2026 and concluding on 21st January 2027. The award was published on 22nd January 2026, following the tender period's end date on 21st January 2026. The supplier selected is Verathon Medical (UK) Ltd.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses specialising in medical equipment, particularly those focused on anaesthesia and resuscitation devices. Given the nature of the procurement method, it is particularly suited for businesses that are already on a relevant framework agreement. The involvement of Verathon Medical (UK) Ltd, a recognised supplier in this domain, underscores the importance of having specialised expertise and accreditation. Such tenders can support business growth by establishing or strengthening relationships with NHS Trusts, fostering long-term engagement and potential access to further opportunities in the healthcare sector.

## Notice

Requirement for our Maternity unit

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff52f997-124d-4cd6-a984-4b2ce4e02566 |
| 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 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 22 Jan 2026 - 21 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £13,378 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £13,378 |
| 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 | SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | TAUNTON |
| Post town | Taunton |
| Postcode | TA1 5DA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Bishop's Hull & Taunton West |
| Westminster constituency | Taunton and Wellington |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VERATHON MEDICAL (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33172000 - Anaesthesia and resuscitation devices

## Release History

- 22 Jan 2026 at 15:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff52f997-124d-4cd6-a984-4b2ce4e02566

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff52f997-124d-4cd6-a984-4b2ce4e02566
  22nd January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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