Estimated Value
£50,000 – £100,000
Deadline
30 June 2026
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.
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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
Contract
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