---
title: "Biopsy Needles & Breast Tissue Markers"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06538c"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06538c.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE SHREWSBURY AND TELFORD HOSPITAL NHS TRUST"
published: "2026-02-13"
---

# Biopsy Needles & Breast Tissue Markers

Buyer: THE SHREWSBURY AND TELFORD HOSPITAL NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06538c

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## Summary

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust has awarded a contract for "Biopsy Needles & Breast Tissue Markers" in the goods category. Located in Shrewsbury, this public procurement initiative is aimed at fulfilling medical supply needs within the healthcare sector. The procurement process, governed by the legal framework UKPGA 2023/54, was conducted using a limited competition method, below the threshold. The contract, signed on 1st February 2026, will remain active until 31st January 2027. The awarded supplier is Becton Dickinson UK Limited, a large-scale business headquartered in Wokingham, with the contract valued at £78,798.96 gross.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the production and supply of medical goods, particularly those specialising in biopsy needles and related medical equipment. Large suppliers with established capabilities in the healthcare sector are well-positioned to engage in similar future contracts, fostering potential business growth and expansion within the public sector procurement arena. The contract further solidifies Becton Dickinson UK Limited's standing within the market, demonstrating the viability and profitability of addressing such specific niche needs within public healthcare infrastructure.

## Notice

Biopsy Needles & Breast Tissue Markers Products

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013274-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £65,665 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE SHREWSBURY AND TELFORD HOSPITAL NHS TRUST |
| Locality | SHREWSBURY |
| Post town | Shrewsbury |
| Postcode | SY3 8XQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG22 Shropshire |
| Local authority | Shropshire |
| Electoral ward | Bowbrook |
| Westminster constituency | Shrewsbury |
| 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

- 33141323 - Biopsy needles

## Release History

- 13 Feb 2026 at 10:24 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013274-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013274-2026
  13th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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