---
title: "ESNEFT2770 Purchase of ENT Microscope"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065586"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-02-17"
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# ESNEFT2770 Purchase of ENT Microscope

Buyer: EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065586

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## Summary

The East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust has completed the procurement process for the purchase of an ENT microscope titled "ESNEFT2770 Purchase of ENT Microscope". This process was conducted under the health category, specifically focusing on goods, with delivery intended for Ipswich Hospital in the UKH14 region. The award stage was completed, with Leica Microsystems (UK) Ltd being the selected supplier, and the contract was signed on 15th January 2026. The procurement followed a direct award via the NHS Supply Chain Framework without prior publication of a call for competition, highlighting the urgency and specificity of this procurement need.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in medical equipment, particularly in the field of microscopy, to position themselves as key players in the healthcare sector. Companies adept at navigating procurement frameworks and capable of rapid delivery would find similar processes lucrative. Though the direct award approach limits competition, understanding and engagement with frameworks like the NHS Supply Chain could facilitate future opportunities for aspiring bidders. This tender is suitable for larger enterprises with established presence and framework familiarity within the UK's medical equipment industry.

## Notice

Purchase of mobile microscope for use in ED for ENT cases. Purchased via NHS Supply Chain Framework Operating Microscopes 2022/S 000-020537

### Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS Supply Chain Framework Operating Microscopes 2022/S 000-020537

### Procurement Information

Direct Award via NHS Supply Chain Framework Operating Microscopes 2022/S 000-02053

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014090-2026 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £17,928 |

## Status

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

## 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LEICA MICROSYSTEMS (U K |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 17 Feb 2026 at 08:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014090-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.leica-microsystems.co.uk
- https://www.esneft.nhs.uk/

## Provenance

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