---
title: "Spinal Burrs"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067cdf"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-067cdf.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-04-07"
---

# Spinal Burrs

Buyer: NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067cdf

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## Summary

The public procurement process initiated by Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust involved the acquisition of "Spinal Burrs," which are specialised, high-speed surgical drill bits. This contract was processed under the procurement method of direct engagement, marked as below threshold without competition, and it falls under the category of goods. The tender for this procurement was issued by a central government public authority located in North Shields, United Kingdom, and has progressed to the award and contract stage as of April 2026. The contract, valued at approximately £8.83 million net, was awarded to Stryker and covers the period from 2nd to 15th April 2026. The documentation of this award was last updated on 7th April 2026.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing or distribution of medical equipment, specifically those specialising in surgical instruments and drill bits. Large enterprises with the capability to supply high-speed surgical drill bits effectively, such as Stryker, are well-suited to compete in such contracts. Engaging in similar procurements allows suppliers to build relationships with healthcare sectors and expand their presence within public sector contracts, thereby contributing to their business growth and industry reputation.

## Notice

Spinal Burrs specialized, high-speed surgical drill bits

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031407-2026 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Apr 2026 - 15 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £8,828,691 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| 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 | STRYKER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 44512910 - Drill bits

## Release History

- 7 Apr 2026 at 11:23 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031407-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031407-2026
  7th April 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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