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title: "Purchase of Biopsy System"
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# Purchase of Biopsy System

Buyer: QE FACILITIES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a967026f-a7b6-452f-9711-7d8147d8fb1e

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## Summary

This public procurement process involves QE Facilities Limited, located at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Gateshead, England, as the buying organisation. The tender, titled "Purchase of Biopsy System," falls under the medical equipment category with a CPV classification of 33100000. The procurement process is in the award stage, with the biopsy system being awarded to Becton Dickinson UK LTD for a total cost of £37,500 excluding VAT. The selective procurement method was utilised, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract period starting and concluding on 13th February 2026. Notably, the award status was published on 30th March 2026.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in medical equipment supply, particularly those capable of providing high-quality biopsy systems like the Encor Enspire Biopsy System. However, with the contract awarded through a selective procurement method, businesses must be part of the relevant framework to compete effectively, which is most conducive for larger enterprises rather than SMEs or VCSEs. The procurement by QE Facilities Limited indicates a demand for reliable medical tech solutions, signalling potential for growth in this sector within Gateshead and potentially broader markets across England.

## Notice

Purchase of Encor Enspire Biopsy System Awarded to Becton Dickinson UK LTD Total cost - PS37,500 ex VAT, PS45,000 inc VAT (one-off payment)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40938a34-9f59-4166-ada3-e882fbea9bb8 |
| 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 | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 13 Feb 2026 - 13 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £37,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £37,500 |
| 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 | QE FACILITIES LIMITED |
| Locality | GATESHEAD |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE9 6SX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Gateshead |
| Electoral ward | High Fell |
| Westminster constituency | Gateshead Central and Whickham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BECTON, DICKINSON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33100000 - Medical equipments

## Release History

- 30 Mar 2026 at 10:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40938a34-9f59-4166-ada3-e882fbea9bb8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40938a34-9f59-4166-ada3-e882fbea9bb8
  30th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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