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title: "Replacement of Tissue Processor"
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buyer: "SHEFFIELD TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
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# Replacement of Tissue Processor

Buyer: SHEFFIELD TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9b2af90d-71aa-421f-ba7d-13758749c150

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## Summary

The Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, located in Sheffield, UK, has successfully completed a procurement process for the replacement of a tissue processor. This tender falls under the medical equipment industry category, specifically classified under CPV code 33100000. The procurement stage has now reached the award phase, with the final award made on 14 March 2025. The contract period commenced on 10 March 2025 and is set to conclude on 9 March 2026. This procurement was conducted via a direct method, specifically a single tender action below the threshold, with a total contract value of GBP 111,614. The geographical scope for delivery covers the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for suppliers specialising in medical equipment. Although the procurement process was conducted through a direct method, it highlights the potential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), albeit in this instance awarded to Sakura Finetek UK Limited. Businesses with capabilities in the manufacturing and supply of high-quality medical equipment are well-suited to compete for similar tenders. Engaging in these procurement processes can enhance market reach and solidify partnerships with esteemed healthcare institutions like the Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

## Notice

Replacement of Tissue Processor

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ff9934c-3fa8-469b-a2e0-070dfc35f95d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 10 Mar 2025 - 9 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £112,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £111,614 |
| 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 | SHEFFIELD TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S5 7AU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | Burngreave |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Brightside and Hillsborough |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SAKURA FINETEK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33100000 - Medical equipments

## Release History

- 8 Apr 2025 at 09:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ff9934c-3fa8-469b-a2e0-070dfc35f95d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ff9934c-3fa8-469b-a2e0-070dfc35f95d
  8th April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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