---
title: "Purchase of Neuro Microscope"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ff61"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LEEDS TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST"
published: "2026-04-20"
---

# Purchase of Neuro Microscope

Buyer: LEEDS TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ff61

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## Summary

The procurement process spearheaded by the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust focuses on the acquisition of a neuro microscope, specifically designed to minimise bypass cross-clamp time and reduce the risk of ischemic and stroke complications. This tender falls under the category of operating-theatre devices within the medical equipment industry. The procurement method utilised is a direct award, indicating the selection of the supplier without competitive bidding, justified by technical specifications unique to the required device. The contracting phase has reached the award and contract execution stages as of April 2026, with the initial contract commencement in March 2026, running until March 2031. The procurement involves geographical reach extending from the United Kingdom to Germany, with an award amounting to a gross value of £588,000.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for suppliers capable of meeting specialised technical specifications in the medical equipment sector. Large-scale enterprises with expertise in manufacturing advanced neurosurgical microscopes, such as Mitaka Europe GmbH which is based in Berlin, are well-equipped to compete in similar procurements. The direct award process highlights the need for highly tailored technical capabilities, making it vital for potential vendors to showcase specific expertise and innovations in cerebrovascular medical technology. Such contracts encourage businesses to innovate, develop niche products, and establish international trade partnerships between healthcare institutions and renowned suppliers.

## Notice

Super Neurosurgical microscope to minimise bypass cross-clamp time

### Procurement Information

cal reasons Describe how these justifications apply Most neurosurgical microscopes have some cerebrovascular features (eg Indocyanine green angiography, which is used in bypass) but not the features required to minimise bypass cross clamp time, to avoid ischemic and stroke complications.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035658-2026 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 6 Mar 2026 - 5 Mar 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £415,000 |
| Contracts value | £490,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LEEDS TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS1 3EX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MITAKA EUROPE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33100000 - Medical equipments
- 33162000 - Operating theatre devices and instruments
- 33162100 - Operating-theatre devices

## Release History

- 20 Apr 2026 at 13:10 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035658-2026
- 19 Jan 2026 at 13:28 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004347-2026
- 5 Jan 2026 at 14:00 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000328-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035658-2026
  20th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004347-2026
  19th January 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000328-2026
  5th January 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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