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27 May 2025 at 10:33

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the maintenance of Molecular Devices Gemini XPS2 instruments, initiated by the Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust, has reached its award stage. The trust, a public authority within the central government, operates from Birmingham, UK. The procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on the repair and maintenance of medical and surgical equipment. The limited competition procurement method was selected due to its below-threshold value, and the contract was signed on 12th April 2025, with an effective period from 13th April 2025 to 12th April 2028. The contract was awarded to MOLECULAR DEVICES (UK) LIMITED, an SME with a valuation of £36,072 (£30,060 not including VAT), to provide the required maintenance services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, especially for SMEs specializing in medical equipment services. Businesses offering specialised maintenance and technical support for medical devices could benefit from similar contracts within the NHS framework. Suppliers with experience in the healthcare sector or those looking to establish themselves in this industry may find this procurement conducive to expanding their portfolios. Given the need for ongoing maintenance, such contracts not only provide financial gain but also foster long-term business relationships and reputational growth within government healthcare sectors.

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Notice Title

Molecular Devices Gemini XPS2 Maintenance

Notice Description

Gemini XPS2 instruments for Birmingham Women's & Children's Hospital

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0526ad
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027617-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50420000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical and surgical equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£30,060 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Apr 20251 years ago
Contract Period
13 Apr 2025 - 12 Apr 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6NH
Postcode Area
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MOLECULAR DEVICES (UK) LIMITED

Further Information

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