Award

Supply of Handheld Electronic Magnifiers to Low Vision Service Wales

NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

05 Sep 2024 at 16:04

Tender

10 Jan 2024 at 16:36

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, has awarded a contract titled "Supply of Handheld Electronic Magnifiers to Low Vision Service Wales" under the industry category of medical consumables. The contract process follows an open procedure for the procurement of goods, and the award stage was completed as of 5th September 2024. The contract covers the supply of handheld electronic magnifiers to patients assessed by Low Vision Service Wales, and it is accessible to multiple Welsh health boards and trusts. The award was announced on 1st April 2024, with VISIONAID TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED being the successful supplier, securing a contract valued at £462,485.80. The procurement project was conducted in accordance with the GPA and European Union regulations under CELEX 32014L0024.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for enterprises specialising in medical and optical aids. Companies that can offer high-quality handheld electronic magnifiers with a focus on both technical and social value will find this contract particularly suitable. The procurement process values quality and price with distinct award criteria emphasising social value and product quality. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially well-placed to bid, evidenced by the fact that all three bids for this lot were from SMEs. Additionally, businesses aiming to establish or expand their presence in the healthcare supply chain within the UK will benefit from the exposure and potential long-term relationships fostered by participation in such frameworks. Consortia are also welcomed, enhancing collaborative opportunities in meeting the high standards required by the Low Vision Service Wales.

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Notice Title

Supply of Handheld Electronic Magnifiers to Low Vision Service Wales

Notice Description

Supply of Handheld Electronic Magnifiers to be provided to patients that have been assessed by Low Vision Service Wales.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of a Handheld Electronic Magnifier for patient use following patient assessment by Low Vision Service Wales, full detail on the specification and requirements can be found at eTenderWales https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/home.html.

Renewal: An option will be included to undertake extensions to this contract up to a period of 24 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-042c2a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028503-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

33140000 - Medical consumables

33196000 - Medical aids

38624000 - Optical aids

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£620,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£462,485 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP
Contact Name
Gareth Stallard
Contact Email
gareth.stallard@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2920903700

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF14 4HH
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Heath
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VISIONAID TECHNOLOGIES

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