Clinical and Pathology Microscopes and Related Accessories and Services 2026
Supply Chain Coordination Limited · Local or regional public body
In brief
Supply Chain Coordination Limited was looking for suppliers for medical supplies and IT and software work. Bidding has closed and no award has been published yet.
It is a framework worth up to £83,030,508 excluding VAT: the most the buyer expects to spend across all suppliers, not one contract.
The contract runs for 2 years, up to 4 years with extensions, starting 4 December 2026.
It is split into 3 lots, so a supplier can bid for part of the work.
The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.
What the notice says
This framework is for Clinical and Pathology Microscopes and Related Accessories and Services including and not limited to those listed below. Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be £22,518,282.00 (incl.VAT) in the first year of this Framework Agreement, however this is approximate only and the values may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the Framework Agreement. Estimated value over the total Framework Agreement term (including any extension options), is approximately £99,636,610.00 (incl. VAT). The intended Lot Structure for this procurement is set out as follows: • Lot 1 Theatre Microscopes and Related…Read the full description
Lots
| Lot | Trade | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Theatre Microscopes and Related Accessories and Services 4 December 2026 to 3 December 2028 What this lot coversThis Lot covers the supply of theatre microscopes and/or exoscopes for use within an operating theatre supporting a range of surgical procedures across multiple specialties. | Medical equipment and supplies, IT services and software, Laboratory and scientific equipment | £60,660,381 |
| Outpatient Microscopes and Related Accessories and Services 4 December 2026 to 3 December 2028 What this lot coversThis Lot covers the supply of outpatient microscopes and/or exoscopes designed for use in a range of clinical procedures and examinations. | Medical equipment and supplies, IT services and software, Laboratory and scientific equipment | £20,220,127 |
| Pathology Microscopes and Related Accessories and Services 4 December 2026 to 3 December 2028 What this lot coversThis Lot covers the supply of pathology microscopes designed for use in clinical and laboratory environments for a varied range of disciplines. | Medical equipment and supplies, IT services and software, Laboratory and scientific equipment | £2,150,000 |
Timeline
- Pipeline notice · UK1, notice 070203-2025
- Preliminary market engagement notice · UK2, notice 073012-2025
- Preliminary market engagement notice · UK2, notice 004585-2026
- Tender notice · UK4, notice 044040-2026
About the buyer
Procurements
94Awards
35Suppliers it has used most for medical supplies
- Reflex Medical Limited8 contracts
- GBUK Ltd7 contracts
- Crest Medical Ltd6 contracts
- Medline Industries Ltd6 contracts
- B. Braun Medical Limited5 contracts
Similar open tenders
All open medical supplies tenders- £2.33mestimated
- £650kestimated
- £1.3bnframework ceiling
- £375kestimated
- £85mestimated
From notice 070203-2025 on Find a Tender, first published 31 October 2025, last updated 13 May 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.