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WSFT - Estates - Microbiology Autoclave maintenance-

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust

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13 Jul 2026 at 15:22

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Summary of the contracting process

This procurement refers to the maintenance and support services for microbiology autoclaves at the West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. The contract involves planned preventative maintenance, inspection, calibration, validation, technical support, and reactive repair services crucial for the Trust's machinery. The procurement, categorised under "Repair and maintenance services of medical equipment" (CPV code: 50421000), represents a selective procurement method through a framework agreement. The process has reached the award stage, with NHS SUPPLY CHAIN SCCL (MAINTENANCE) as the supplier, commencing from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2029. The work is located in Bury St Edmunds, East of England, and involves a contract valued at £33,037.61 GBP. Key dates included the tender period ending on 1st February 2026 and awards published on 13th July 2026.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, especially for firms specialising in medical equipment maintenance. SMEs that excel in maintaining laboratory sterilisation systems can significantly benefit from participating in similar future tenders. The requirement for compliance with stringent regulatory and operational standards introduces potential for businesses with expertise in supporting healthcare institutions. The framework agreement approach allows businesses to leverage existing relationships and focus on providing exceptional service, thus potentially leading to more contracts within the NHS or similar healthcare environments. This procurement requires a company proficient in both technical and responsive support, offering a stable revenue stream over a substantial two-year period.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WSFT - Estates - Microbiology Autoclave maintenance-

Notice Description

Provision of planned preventative maintenance, inspection, calibration, validation, technical support and reactive repair services for the Trust's microbiology autoclaves and associated sterilisation equipment. The service supports the safe and reliable operation of the Trust's decontamination processes, maximises equipment availability, minimises downtime and helps maintain compliance with relevant regulatory and operational requirements.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4a7c42cc-c51e-4f56-ab53-78dee8b7f66d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5cfc69b9-e2be-4b56-b96d-4566cdb8acd2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50421000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£33,037 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£33,037 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Apr 20265 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BURY ST EDMUNDS
Postcode
IP33 2QZ
Postcode Area
Ipswich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH64 West Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
West Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Southgate
Westminster Constituency
Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NHS SUPPLY CHAIN SCCL (MAINTENANCE)

Further Information

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