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Applied Spectral Imaging

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

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29 Oct 2025 at 14:33

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13 Oct 2025 at 09:27

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, has completed the procurement of the Applied Spectral Imaging (ASI) system. This contract focuses on the automation of G-band karyotyping and FISH analysis, which aims to enhance diagnostic efficiency and cater to increasing service demands. Located in Cardiff, UK, this procurement falls under the medical imaging services industry category. The contract, which has been awarded to the supplier OGT from Cambridge, is part of the service category and covers the period from 1st November 2025 to 31st October 2028. The overall contract value amounts to £71,555.03, with a signed date of 28th October 2025. This procurement process was direct and executed without competition, being categorized below the procurement threshold.

This tender provides significant opportunities for suppliers in the medical technology and imaging sectors to engage in a substantial NHS Wales project, fostering potential long-term partnerships. The ASI system acquisition is particularly suited for large-scale businesses with capabilities in medical imaging solutions, offering them a chance to showcase their technological advancements and gain a foothold in the expanding healthcare diagnostic industry. Businesses that can provide comprehensive installation and support services while ensuring seamless validation before clinical use will find this tender particularly beneficial for growth and establishing a solid reputation within the NHS framework.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Applied Spectral Imaging

Notice Description

AWMG is procuring the Applied Spectral Imaging (ASI)system to automate G-band karyotyping and FISH analysis. The system will improve diagnostic efficiency and support growing service demand. The contract includes acquisitions, installation, and initial support, with validation before clinical use.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05adf2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069428-2025
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

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85150000 - Medical imaging services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£59,629 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£59,629 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Oct 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Oct 20251 months ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2028 3-4 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
NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)
Additional Buyers

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

Contact Name
Nicola Williams
Contact Email
corporate.services2@wales.nhs.uk, nicola.williams33@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+442921500649

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF14 4HH
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Taff's Well
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OGT

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