Tender

Procurement of Metrology Lab Equipment

NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

17 Apr 2026 at 07:45

Planning

23 Dec 2025 at 12:02

Planning

03 Apr 2025 at 14:30

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, is actively engaged in the tender process for procuring metrology lab equipment, crucial for calibration and testing of radiation protection instruments. This tender, titled "Procurement of Metrology Lab Equipment," is classified under medical equipment and laboratory precision instruments, with delivery across the United Kingdom. Currently in the tender stage, the process involves an open competition below the threshold, with submissions closing on 18th May 2026. An enquiry period ends on 6th May 2026, allowing potential suppliers to seek clarification. Installation is planned in a new facility, with a commission starting on 1st September 2026.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses within the medical and precision equipment industries. Small and medium-sized enterprises are particularly encouraged to engage, as the procurement suitability criteria favour such organisations. Participants are invited to express interest via the Bravo eTender Wales portal and should prepare for collaborative work with Velindre University NHS Trust. The project's competitive edge lies in its emphasis on technical and commercial criteria, offering a balanced approach to cost and expert delivery. This tender provides businesses with an opportunity to establish long-term partnerships in the public sector and contribute to a project vital for healthcare technology advancements within Wales.

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Notice Title

Procurement of Metrology Lab Equipment

Notice Description

Velindre University NHS Trust is undertaking the procurement of Metrology Lab Equipment, which will be directly installed into the new facility. The procurement covers the supply, delivery, installation, and commissioning of a comprehensive metrology system capable of producing a wide range of radiation fields for calibration and testing of radiation protection instruments. The equipment will be installed in a purpose-built suite within the nVCC, and the supplier must work collaboratively with the Trust.

Planning Information

Velindre NHS Trust require a system capable of undertaking the following tests: - calibration of radiation dosemeter and radioactive contamination meters - Overload testing of Radiation Protection instruments - Calibration of Gaf Chromic film - Material attenuation coefficient testing - Calibration of TLDs - Development work requiring availability of a versatile X-ray source - The equipment will need to deliver a highly controlled radiation beam generated at between 40 and 150 kVp with a range of radiation filtration options. The above list is not exhaustive and additional tests may, or may not be required. In person stakeholder events will take place January 30th 2026 to seek the view of the market on the requirement and to allow Procurement Services and Velindre NHS Trust to seek advice in the planning and conduct of the procurement. The confirmed date for our supplier date is 30th January following receipt of expressions of interest all details will be sent to you. Suppliers will be provided with further insight into the requirement and given the opportunity to ask questions. Further details on the engagement sessions will be shared following receipt of expressions of interest sent to Sian.Head2@wales.nhs.uk. Please confirm by Friday 23rd January if you require any materials in the medium of the Welsh Language. Suppliers should note that this engagement event, including any other soft market sounding in relation to this proposed procurement, may not necessarily lead to a formal procurement and/or award of any contract(s). Any information provided by suppliers during this engagement event may be used by Velindre NHS Trust to scope the proposed procurement/requirement and may also be shared widely with other potential bidders. Participants are advised not to share any confidential information and/or any information they would not wish to be shared more widely. NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Velindre NHS Trust accept no liability for any costs incurred by suppliers as a result of attending these events.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04fcdb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034950-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
£1
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
1 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2036 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF14 3UZ
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
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Gabalfa
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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