--- title: "Provision of Managed Equipment Service with associated Medical Consumables & Contrast Media for University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a373" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06a373" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06a373.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06a373.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUST" published: "2026-05-26" --- # Provision of Managed Equipment Service with associated Medical Consumables & Contrast Media for University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust Buyer: UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUST Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a373 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06a373) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06a373.json) ## Summary The procurement process is initiated by the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust for the provision of a managed equipment service, along with associated medical consumables and contrast media. This initiative falls under the medical equipment industry category, aiming to supply and maintain advanced diagnostic and therapeutic technologies. Location for this procurement is Leicester, United Kingdom, at the Leicester Royal Infirmary. Currently, the process is in the planning stage, with future developments tied to the NHS Commercial Solutions Managed Equipment Services Framework, anticipated to have a contract period starting on 1st June 2028 and potentially extending to 31st May 2043. The planned value of the procurement is £756 million gross, with a net amount of £630 million, and the procurement method will be selective under an existing framework. This tender represents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for suppliers capable of providing a comprehensive managed equipment service. Companies specialising in the supply, installation, and maintenance of medical imaging and radiotherapy equipment, as well as those offering medical consumables, will find this tender strategically attractive. SMEs are encouraged to participate due to the projected long-term collaboration with the Trust and the potential for establishing a steady demand pipeline. Businesses focused on innovative healthcare technologies, inventory control, and the efficient management of medical supplies and consumables will be well-suited to compete in this selective procurement process, offering a competitive edge in securing sustainable contracts and expanding their market presence within the public healthcare sector. ## Notice The Trust is seeking to appoint a Service Provider to deliver a fully managed equipment service. Early Market Engagement has been undertaken in October 2025 - November 2025 (https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057781-2025) The Trust intends to utilise the NHS Commercial Solutions Managed Equipment Services Framework, which is currently in the process of being established. The proposed procurement timeline may be subject to change, including as a result of the Framework go-live date and any required external approval process. The Trust reserves the right to amend the scope, contract term, including the proposed 10+5 year term, and/or route to market via a PA 23 Competitive Flexible Procedure. Equipment: The service will include the purchasing/financing, installation and maintenance of equipment and materials within scope of the contract. The service will include the procurement and installation of diagnostic/radiotherapeutic equipment and clinical robots, together with the procurement of contrast media to meet clinical demand, including all ancillary equipment and software required to ensure systems are operational and fit for purpose. The Service Provider will also be responsible for the purchase, supply, maintenance and replacement of specified consumables and medical devices required for operation of the equipment, including monitoring and maintaining stock levels, stock rotation, usage analysis/reporting and proactive prevention of wastage and expiry. The Service Provider will be required to employ and train sufficient inventory control staff and manage any third-party involvement associated with delivery of the service. Equipment within scope includes imaging, catheter labs, hybrid theatre, mammography, radiotherapy and pharmacy robots. Regular software upgrades will also be required. Consumables: The supplier will be responsible for the provision, procurement, maintenance and replacement of specified consumables required to meet clinical demand within the scope of the contract. This includes, but is not limited to, implantable cardiac valves and devices such as TAVI valves, TEER clips, pacemakers and defibrillators, as well as guide wires, stents, mapping and ablation catheters. The supplier must ensure appropriate stock levels are maintained at all times to support emergency and routine activity, taking account of market conditions, lead times and any supply chain risks. The supplier will be required to liaise with the Trust in relation to the purchase, supply, maintenance and replacement of specified consumables required for operation of the equipment. This will include monitoring and maintaining stock levels, stock rotation, usage analysis and reporting, and proactive prevention of wastage and expiry. The supplier must employ and train sufficient inventory control staff and manage any third-party involvement required to deliver these obligations. All consumables and devices must meet applicable legal, clinical and regulatory requirements, together with relevant best practice guidance, including product traceability legislation relating to implantable medical devices. The supplier will also be required to source tariff-excluded devices via NHS Supply Chain under the NHS England Specialised Services Devices Programme, formerly HCTED, where applicable. This requirement applies to any relevant devices produced by the supplier, associated companies and/or third parties. The Trust requires transparent pricing, supported by competitive market analysis, stock management information and usage analysis, to provide assurance of value for money when procuring stock on behalf of the Trust. The supplier should explain how it will secure best value for the Trust and leverage its market position to maximise economies of scale. General: The Trust requires a vendor-independent solution based on clinical choice by the Trust within the parameters of any agreed contract. The supplier will be responsible for lifecycle management, ensuring the Trust has access to the latest medical technologies without the burden of capital investment. Estates enabling works for replacement equipment are excluded from the scope. The Trust reserves the right to introduce new technology, equipment and consumables where it has been involved in their development, in collaboration with the supplier. The Trust considers that a Managed Equipment Service can provide a cost-effective route to accessing the latest technology, improving patient care and efficiency while supporting ongoing maintenance and financial cost improvement. However, the inclusion of both equipment and consumables within the scope is yet to be confirmed, and the Trust reserves the right to amend its intentions following pre-market engagement. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048719-2026 | | Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Award under framework | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 26 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 May 2028 - 31 May 2038 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £630,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUST | | Locality | LEICESTER | | Post town | Leicester | | Postcode | LE1 6WW | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire | | ITL 3 | TLF21 Leicester | | Local authority | Leicester | | Electoral ward | Castle | | Westminster constituency | Leicester South | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products - 50 - Repair and maintenance services - 51 - Installation services (except software) - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 33100000 - Medical equipments - 33110000 - Imaging equipment for medical, dental and veterinary use - 33111000 - X-ray devices - 33140000 - Medical consumables - 33151000 - Radiotherapy devices and supplies - 33696000 - Reagents and contrast media - 50421000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical equipment - 51410000 - Installation services of medical equipment - 51413000 - Installation services of radiotherapy equipment - 85150000 - Medical imaging services ## Release History - 26 May 2026 at 12:01 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048719-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048719-2026 26th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057781-2025 - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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