---
title: "Phaco and vitrectomy procedure packs"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0606d9"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-02-03"
---

# Phaco and vitrectomy procedure packs

Buyer: SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0606d9

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## Summary

The Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, located at Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton, has completed a direct award procurement process for the acquisition of phaco and vitrectomy procedure packs. This process, which was concluded on 3rd February 2026, falls under the industry category of ophthalmology equipment. The procurement was necessary for compatibility with recently purchased Alcon machines, and Alcon Eye Care UK Limited, a large-scale supplier based in Camberley, has been awarded the contract. The contract, valued at approximately £369,490.75 gross, covers a period from 1st February 2026 to 31st January 2027, specifically serving the UKK23 region.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in medical supply manufacturing, particularly those focused on ophthalmological equipment. This contract exemplifies the trust's reliance on specialised procedure packs compatible with specific devices, paving the way for businesses that can meet similar compatibility and quality standards. Companies with a track record in supplying high-quality, technologically advanced medical kits would find similar opportunities advantageous, especially if they possess existing frameworks or expertise in direct awards and understanding specific technical requirements.

## Notice

Procedure packs required for use with existing machines

### Procurement Information

Recently procured Alcon machines following a competitive exercise. These phaco and vitrectomy procedure packs are for use with the machines so must be compatible.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009615-2026 |
| 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 | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £307,908 |
| Contracts value | £307,908 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | TAUNTON |
| Post town | Taunton |
| Postcode | TA1 5DA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Bishop's Hull & Taunton West |
| Westminster constituency | Taunton and Wellington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ALCON EYE CARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33122000 - Ophthalmology equipment

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2026 at 16:17 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009615-2026
- 15 Jan 2026 at 16:17 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003628-2026
- 15 Jan 2026 at 14:52 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003567-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009615-2026
  3rd February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003628-2026
  15th January 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003567-2026
  15th January 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.uk.alcon.com/

## Provenance

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