Estimated Value
£50,000 – £100,000
Deadline
30 June 2026
19 days remaining
Published
9 June 2026
Type
goods
Overview
This contract is to supply an initial purchase of equipment for the treatment of dry eye disease within our specialist clinic and student teaching.
AI Analysis
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Middlesbrough is looking to buy medical equipment specifically for treating dry eye disease in their specialist clinic and for training student eye care professionals. This is a one-off equipment purchase rather than an ongoing service.
Requirements
- Equipment must be suitable for treating dry eye disease in a clinical setting
- Equipment must be suitable for student teaching and training purposes
- No specific certifications or qualifications mentioned in this notice — check full tender documents for CE marking, medical device regulations, or NHS compliance requirements
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Supply initial batch of dry eye treatment equipment to the specialist clinic
- Ensure equipment is appropriate for both patient treatment and educational demonstration to students
- Deliver and install equipment (if applicable — clarify in full tender)
How to Read This Tender
- 1This is a 'goods' contract (buying things) not a service contract — focus on what equipment they want, not staffing or support
- 2The phrase 'initial purchase' suggests they may buy more later — this could be a pilot order to test your products
- 3Check the full tender documents for a detailed specification list — this summary doesn't specify which types of equipment (e.g. diagnostic devices, treatment machines, software)
- 4Look for delivery timescales and any installation/training requirements — medical equipment often needs on-site setup
- 5Verify if they need ongoing technical support, spare parts, or staff training included in the price
Tips for Small Businesses
- If you're a distributor or reseller rather than manufacturer, check whether you can supply on behalf of the equipment maker — many SMEs win contracts by partnering with established medical device companies
- Dry eye disease is increasingly common; if you win this contract, ask about repeat purchasing and whether the buyer has plans to expand the clinic — building long-term relationships matters more than the first order size
- Consider offering free training for clinic staff and students as part of your bid — this adds value and may help you stand out, especially if competitors just quote a price
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Teesside UniversityKey Dates
Published
9 June 2026
Submission deadline
30 June 2026
Notice type
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