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Maintenance of GeneXpert IV POCT Testing Platform for Viral Hepatitis Service (Molecular Diagnostic System)

ROYAL BERKSHIRE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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31 Jul 2025 at 13:31

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust involved a direct award for the maintenance of the GeneXpert IV POCT Testing Platform for the Viral Hepatitis Service. This is a service-related contract specifically aimed at the repair and maintenance of medical equipment, identified under the CPV code 50421000. Located in Reading, UK, this procurement falls under the health services category and was conducted without competition, as it was determined to be below the threshold. The tender began on 21st May 2025 and will run until 20th May 2028, reflecting a period of comprehensive maintenance services. The award, made to Cepheid UK Limited, became active following the contract signing on 19th May 2025.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in medical equipment maintenance and repair services, particularly those with expertise in high-tech diagnostic systems. Companies like Cepheid UK Limited, which can offer specialised and dedicated maintenance services, are well-positioned to secure similar direct award contracts in the public health sector. The direct procurement method employed here implies a need for niche skills and establishes a clear demand for businesses that can meet specific service requirements without necessitating a competitive bidding process. This can be particularly advantageous for companies capable of offering unique solutions or possess proprietary technology in medical diagnostics and maintenance.

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Notice Title

Maintenance of GeneXpert IV POCT Testing Platform for Viral Hepatitis Service (Molecular Diagnostic System)

Notice Description

Fully comprehensive maintenance contract for Cepheid GeneXpert IV POCT testing platform for mobile Viral Hepatitis Service.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056a4c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044798-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50421000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£18,519 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
20 May 2025 - 20 May 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
ROYAL BERKSHIRE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Christopher Dickenson
Contact Email
christopher.dickenson@royalberkshire.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
READING
Postcode
RG1 5AN
Post Town
Reading
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ16 Berkshire West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Reading
Electoral Ward
Redlands
Westminster Constituency
Reading Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CEPHEID

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