Tender

Equipment Maintenance for Laboratory Microscopes Reference: ST24-P410

GUY'S AND ST THOMAS' NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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20 Jan 2025 at 13:33

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17 Jan 2025 at 15:21

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Summary of the contracting process

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust has initiated a tender for the maintenance of laboratory microscopes, specifically those manufactured by Origio Ltd (Research Instruments Ltd [RI]). The procurement, titled "Equipment Maintenance for Laboratory Microscopes Reference: ST24-P410", falls under the industry category of repair and maintenance services of medical and precision equipment (CPV code 50400000). The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, with submissions due by 29 January 2025 at 12:00 PM. The contract period is set to start on 1 April 2025 and will run until 31 March 2026, covering locations including the UK, the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man, Europe, British Overseas Territories, and globally. The estimated contract value ranges from £90,000 to £95,000, with a procurement method of limited competitive quotations below the threshold.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the maintenance of medical equipment, particularly those capable of providing OEM parts and services accredited by the manufacturer. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the requirements include maintaining multiple units of Integra 3 microscopes and offering both comprehensive and planned maintenance options. Companies with a strong track record in medical equipment maintenance, quick response times, and the ability to cover the specified equipment will be well-suited to compete, paving the way for growth and expansion through this comprehensive maintenance contract with a prestigious NHS Trust.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Equipment Maintenance for Laboratory Microscopes Reference: ST24-P410

Notice Description

2. The Requirement Guy's and St Thomas's NHS Trust is looking for quotations for Laboratory Microscopes manufactured by Origio Ltd (Research Instruments Ltd [RI]) 3. Contract Period The contract is required to start on [Start Date Column R] and is to run for a period of 12 months. 4. Equipment to be Covered Serial Number Device Model Manufacturer 01937 Laboratory Microscopes Integra 3 Origio Ltd (RESEARCH INSTRUMENTS LTD [RI]) 2344 Laboratory Microscopes Integra 3 Origio Ltd (RESEARCH INSTRUMENTS LTD [RI]) 01790 Laboratory Microscopes Integra 3 Origio Ltd (RESEARCH INSTRUMENTS LTD [RI]) 1533 Laboratory Microscopes Integra 3 Origio Ltd (RESEARCH INSTRUMENTS LTD [RI]) 2890 Laboratory Microscopes Integra 3 Origio Ltd (RESEARCH INSTRUMENTS LTD [RI]) 02968 Laboratory Microscopes Integra 3 Origio Ltd (RESEARCH INSTRUMENTS LTD [RI]) 5. Maintenance Requirements Bidders must be able to maintain all the equipment listed. Bidders are to provide quotations for the following maintenance options: * Fully comprehensive (all planned service visits and breakdowns including parts). * Planned maintenance visits (including all consumable parts) but not including reactive visits. All engineers must be trained / accredited by the manufacturer. All parts must be OEM and be new. Bidders must state their response times for reactive callouts. 6. Terms and Conditions Any contract will be subject to the NHS Purchase Order Terms and Conditions for the Provision of Services. https://www.england.nhs.uk/nhs-terms-and-conditions-for-the-procurement-of-non-clinical-goods-and-services/

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/309b1f20-c3f8-4a88-a79c-10d01517817f
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50400000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical and precision equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£95,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GUY'S AND ST THOMAS' NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 4YB
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Chaucer
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Further Information

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