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STH Maintenance of 2 x Exactive Q Focus LV HRMS 2025-28

SHEFFIELD TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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28 Oct 2025 at 09:19

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, involves a contract for the maintenance of two Exactive Q Focus LV HRMS systems for a three-year period from 2025 to 2028. The contract, valued at £214,073.64, was directly awarded to Thermo Fisher Scientific for their original equipment manufacturer (OEM) maintenance services. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically for the repair and maintenance of medical and precision equipment, serving the UKE32 region in Sheffield, United Kingdom. The procurement method was a direct award, reflecting the need for the OEM's specialised services, and the contract commenced on 9th October 2025, concluding on 31st August 2028.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in healthcare and precision equipment maintenance, particularly those experienced in OEM services. Companies with expertise in maintaining sophisticated medical diagnostic equipment would find this contract appealing due to its economic value and duration. Additionally, firms with a strong foothold in the UK healthcare sector, particularly those capable of providing high-quality, reliable maintenance services, are well-suited to compete for similar procurements. Such contracts also offer businesses the chance to strengthen their relationship with reputable healthcare institutions, enhancing their portfolio and industry reputation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

STH Maintenance of 2 x Exactive Q Focus LV HRMS 2025-28

Notice Description

Maintenance service contract for 2 x Exactive Q Focus LV HRMS systems (and associated equipment) for a 3 year period 2025-28 by the OEM

Procurement Information

Maintenance service contract to be carried by Original Equipment Manufacturer

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a234
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068777-2025
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
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50400000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical and precision equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£214,073 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£214,073 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Oct 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Sep 20252 months ago
Contract Period
8 Oct 2025 - 31 Aug 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHEFFIELD TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
simon.beal@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S10 2JF
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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