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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Queen Elizabeth University Hospital Pneumatic Tube System Maintenance

NHS GREATER GLASGOW AND CLYDE

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15 Aug 2025 at 14:28

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20 Jun 2025 at 09:48

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde participated in the procurement process to award a contract for the maintenance of the Pneumatic Tube System at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. Classified under mechanical and electrical engineering services, this contract falls within the services category. A limited procurement method was utilised without prior publication of a call for competition, due to the unique requirements of the system involved. The procurement was concluded with an active contract awarded to SWL Healthcare Limited, effective from 20 June 2025, with a completion date of 30 June 2030. Mechanisms like a voluntary ex ante transparency (VEAT) notice were used to ensure compliance and transparency within the regulatory framework.

This procurement presents a notable opportunity for businesses adept in mechanical and electrical engineering services. While the contract was directly awarded to SWL Healthcare Limited due to specific system maintenance requirements, future opportunities in such specialised technical services could emerge for firms capable of dealing with bespoke maintenance issues. Engineering companies with expertise in closed loop systems, especially those related to healthcare facilities, could position themselves as potential future partners in similar public sector projects, highlighting the importance of keeping abreast with upcoming procurements in the healthcare sector.

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Notice Title

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Queen Elizabeth University Hospital Pneumatic Tube System Maintenance

Notice Description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Health Board (hereafter referred to as 'The Board') require suitably qualified and experienced Contractor to provide Pneumatic Tube System Maintenance services located at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital through a contract. Due to the closed loop Swisslog Pneumatic Tube System in place at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital SWL Healthcare Limited are the only company that can maintain the Pneumatic Tube System located at our Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.

Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Health Board (hereafter referred to as 'The Board') require suitably qualified and experienced Contractor to provide Pneumatic Tube System Maintenance services located at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital through a contract. Due to the closed loop Swisslog Pneumatic Tube System in place at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital SWL Healtcare Limited are the only company that can maintain the Pneumatic Tube System located at our Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. Therefore the best course of action to insure compliance with procurement regulations, and ensure the continued maintenance of these systems, is to publish a voluntary ex ante transparency (VEAT) notice. Additional information: (SC802095) NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=802095.

Procurement Information

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Health Board (hereafter referred to as 'The Board') require suitably qualified and experienced Contractor to provide Pneumatic Tube System Maintenance services located at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital through a contract. Due to the closed loop Swisslog Pneumatic Tube System in place at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital Pneumatic Tube System SWL Healthcare Limited are the only company that can maintain the Pneumatic Tube System located at our Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. Therefore the best course of action to insure compliance with procurement regulations, and ensure the continued maintenance of these systems, is to publish a voluntary ex ante transparency (VEAT) notice.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0550b0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049226-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

71300000 - Engineering services

71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,313,762 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jun 20258 months 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 GREATER GLASGOW AND CLYDE
Contact Name
Oliver Bailey
Contact Email
oliver.bailey2@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1412015388

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G4 0SF
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Dennistoun
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SWL HEALTHCARE

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