---
title: "Northstar Spectophotometer"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06623d"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE FACILITIES MANAGEMENT"
published: "2026-03-04"
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# Northstar Spectophotometer

Buyer: NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE FACILITIES MANAGEMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06623d

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## Summary

Northumbria Healthcare Facilities Management, a public authority within central government, is overseeing the procurement of a Northstar Spectophotometer. The buying organisation is located in North Shields, United Kingdom. This procurement falls within the goods category and specifically involves imaging equipment for medical, dental, and veterinary use. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract awarded to Northstar Scientific Ltd, based in Garforth, Leeds. The procurement method employed was direct and below the threshold, executed without competition. Key dates include the contract signing on 25 February 2026 and its conclusion on 26 February 2026, with a total value of £26,138 GBP in gross terms.

This procurement presents potential growth opportunities for businesses specialising in medical imaging equipment. SMEs, particularly those in the region capable of fulfilling contracts without competition, may find similar tenders advantageous. Northstar Scientific Ltd, the supplier awarded the contract, exemplifies how focused expertise and readiness can secure governmental contracts. Such opportunities encourage businesses to expedite innovations in medical equipment while offering a competitive edge in the industry.

## Notice

Procurement of Northstar Spectohotometer

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019540-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 25 Feb 2026 - 26 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £21,782 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE FACILITIES MANAGEMENT |
| Locality | NORTH SHIELDS |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE27 0QJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | North Tyneside |
| Electoral ward | Shiremoor |
| Westminster constituency | Tynemouth |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NORTHSTAR SCIENTIFIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33110000 - Imaging equipment for medical, dental and veterinary use

## Release History

- 4 Mar 2026 at 14:45 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019540-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019540-2026
  4th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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