---
title: "Ophthalmology IOL, Phacoemulsification and VR consumables"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0517a4"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0517a4.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-05-26"
---

# Ophthalmology IOL, Phacoemulsification and VR consumables

Buyer: EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0517a4

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## Summary

The East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust, located in Colchester, has announced a planned procurement process for "Ophthalmology IOL, Phacoemulsification and VR consumables." This falls under the goods category, specifically ophthalmology equipment, with CPV code 33122000. The procurement stage is currently in planning, with a future notice expected by 1st October 2026. The contract is set to commence on 9th March 2027 and potentially extend until 6th March 2033. This procurement is positioned within the region of UKH14 in the United Kingdom. The NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to alter the procurement process in line with operational, commercial, or strategic needs, as per legal guidelines outlined in UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in medical goods and ophthalmology equipment. The planned contract, including the possibility of renewal, extends for up to six years, allowing suppliers to engage in a long-term partnership with a major healthcare authority. Firms that have experience in dealing with public authorities, especially those able to fulfil framework agreements, would be well-suited to compete for this tender. Additionally, suppliers with innovative solutions in ophthalmology could benefit from entering or expanding their footprint in the UK healthcare market, due to the large financial scope and regional impact of this opportunity.

## Notice

Re-Procurement for Ophthalmology IOL, Phacoemulsification and VR consumables The Authority reserves the right not to proceed to procurement where it is determined that the service is no longer required, alternative delivery arrangements are available, existing contractual extension provisions can be utilised, or for any other operational, commercial, or strategic reason.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048583-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Oct 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 9 Mar 2027 - 7 Mar 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,058,720 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | COLCHESTER |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO4 5JL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Colchester |
| Electoral ward | Mile End |
| Westminster constituency | Colchester |
| Delivery location | TLH14 Suffolk CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33122000 - Ophthalmology equipment

## Release History

- 26 May 2026 at 10:46 - PlanningUpdate - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048583-2026
- 19 May 2025 at 16:26 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022878-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048583-2026
  26th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022878-2025
  19th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.esneft.nhs.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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