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title: "Procurement of Operating Tables (Standardisation) - King George Hospital"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05fd2b"
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buyer: "BARKING, HAVERING AND REDBRIDGE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS TRUST"
published: "2026-01-21"
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# Procurement of Operating Tables (Standardisation) - King George Hospital

Buyer: BARKING, HAVERING AND REDBRIDGE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05fd2b

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust acting as the buying organisation for the procurement of operating tables, with the objective to standardise equipment at King George Hospital. This direct award procurement falls under the public authority category handled by central government and operates within the medical goods sector. The process, completed under the legal provisions of the UK Procurement Act 2023, involved a direct award due to exclusive supply rights, with MET Healthcare UK Limited selected as the supplier. The contract was formalised on 9th January 2026, and the installation of the equipment is set to commence in April 2026, covering delivery regions across the United Kingdom and including locations under the region of UKI52 in Romford, United Kingdom.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for suppliers specialising in the provision of high-specification medical equipment. Companies that can offer innovative proprietary solutions, comply with strict clinical requirements, and ensure seamless integration with existing hospital infrastructure stand to benefit greatly. The procurement scenario highlights opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) holding exclusive manufacturing rights, allowing them to leverage their niche expertise to fulfil critical healthcare infrastructure needs efficiently. Such direct procurement approaches favour businesses that can deliver bespoke solutions tailored to meet stringent clinical and technical specifications.

## Notice

This contract relates to the supply, delivery, installation and commissioning of three operating tables and associated proprietary accessories for use at King George Hospital. The award supports clinical standardisation with existing operating tables already in use at the site. The contract was formed following completion of the statutory standstill period. Due to manufacturing lead times and delivery scheduling, installation and operational use of the equipment is anticipated to commence from April 2026.

### Procurement Information

This procurement did not proceed to a competitive tendering procedure as the requirements could only be met by a single supplier holding manufacturer-confirmed exclusive rights to the specific operating table system and associated proprietary accessories. Competition was therefore not viable, as alternative suppliers could not meet the Trust's clinical, technical and standardisation requirements without introducing incompatibility and clinical risk. Accordingly, the Trust proceeded directly to a lawful direct award in accordance with Schedule 5, Paragraph 6(a) and 6(b) of the Procurement Act 2023.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005257-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £128,885 |
| Contracts value | £128,885 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BARKING, HAVERING AND REDBRIDGE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS TRUST |
| Locality | ROMFORD |
| Post town | Romford |
| Postcode | RM7 0AG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI5 Outer London - East and North East |
| ITL 3 | TLI52 Barking & Dagenham and Havering |
| Local authority | Havering |
| Electoral ward | Rush Green & Crowlands |
| Westminster constituency | Romford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MET HEALTHCARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33192230 - Operating tables

## Release History

- 21 Jan 2026 at 12:33 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005257-2026
- 24 Dec 2025 at 11:02 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/086093-2025
- 24 Dec 2025 at 10:52 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/086088-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005257-2026
  21st January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/086093-2025
  24th December 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/086088-2025
  24th December 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.methealthcare.net
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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