Planning

Maintenance of Zeiss (Carl Zeiss) Surgical Microscopes and Ophthalmology Equipment

ROYAL BERKSHIRE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Planning

24 Dec 2025 at 13:51

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being initiated by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust for the maintenance of Zeiss surgical microscopes and ophthalmology equipment. This tender, titled "Maintenance of Zeiss (Carl Zeiss) Surgical Microscopes and Ophthalmology Equipment", falls under the services industry category, specifically for repair and maintenance services of medical equipment. Located in Reading, United Kingdom, this contract is currently in the planning stage. The Trust seeks expressions of interest by 23 January 2026, with a contract period starting on 1 April 2026 and extending to 31 March 2029, possibly renewable until 31 March 2031. This upcoming opportunity will be further communicated by 16 February 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in medical equipment maintenance, particularly those experienced with ophthalmology tools. Companies with capabilities in both planned preventative maintenance and reactive repair services are primed to benefit, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) noted for their adaptability in comprehensive service offerings. Engaging in this procurement can foster business growth through long-term partnerships with a central government public authority in the healthcare sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Maintenance of Zeiss (Carl Zeiss) Surgical Microscopes and Ophthalmology Equipment

Notice Description

The maintenance of Zeiss (Carl Zeiss) surgical microscopes and ophthalmology equipment including Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance / repairs

Planning Information

The Trust is seeking expressions of interest from organisations who are capable of and are interested in maintaining the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust's circa fifty (50) Zeiss ophthalmology assets and surgical microscopes. This would include both Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and a reactive maintenance / repairs service. Interested organisations should email christopher.dickenson@royalberkshire.nhs.uk to register their interest in this opportunity. The types and numbers of Zeiss assets that are likely in scope are as follows: - Five (5) CIRRUS HD-OCT MODEL 5000 Retinal OCT; - Seven (7) HFA3-840 Perimeter (peripheral vision tester); - One (1) IOL Master 500 Optical low coherence reflectometry (OLCR) biometer; - Three (3) IOL Master 700 Optical low coherence reflectometry (OLCR) biometer; - Five (5) KSK 150 FC (150FC) Colposcope; - Six (6) OPMI Lumera 700 Surgical Microscope; - Ten (10) OPMI Pico Surgical Microscope; - Five (5) OPMI Pico/S100 - S100 / OPMI pico System Surgical Microscope; - One (1) OPMI Pico/S100 - S100 / OPMI pico System/floor stand; - Two (2) OPMI Sensera/S7 Surgical Microscope; - Two (2) TIVATO 700 Surgical Microscope; - One (1) Pro-cart MediLive 35E; and - Forum software

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fd59
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/086157-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

33122000 - Ophthalmology equipment

38510000 - Microscopes

50421000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Dec 20255 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
16 Feb 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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
TLJ11 Berkshire

Local Authority
Reading
Electoral Ward
Redlands
Westminster Constituency
Reading Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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