AwardedAwarded 18 January 2026
Capital - Purchase of a Surgical Retractor 26-A-2611
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust · NHS and health
In brief
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust awarded medical supplies work to Medscience Distribution Ltd on 18 January 2026.
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What the notice says
Charitable Purchase of a Surgical Retractor - controlled tissue retraction to improve visibility and access to the operative field—available in multiple designs, including handheld and self‑retaining systems. Built from surgical‑grade stainless steel with smooth edges to help minimise tissue trauma, plus ergonomic handles for surgeon control. Intended for a wide range of specialties—general surgery, orthopaedics, ENT, maxillofacial, plastic/reconstructive, and minor procedures/outpatients.
This purchase will be made through Charitable Capital funds and is fully approved by the Charitable Funds Committee, with consideration to ongoing revenue funding for any required maintenance and consumables which if applicable will be from CMG revenue budget. The equipment is unavailable via the NHSSC framework and the direct price with the supplier includes a 5% discount therefore, list price £82,656.76 discounted by £4,132,84.Please note as part o
Who won
| Winner | Value | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Medscience Distribution Ltd | £78,524 | 19 January 2026 to 26 January 2026 |
Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.
Timeline
- Contract details notice · UK7, notice 025922-2026
About the buyer
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS TrustLast 12 months
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From notice 025922-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 20 March 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.