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FLUOBEAM Imaging Devices

SWANSEA BAY UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD

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28 Jan 2026 at 12:33

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "FLUOBEAM Imaging Devices" was initiated by the Swansea Bay University Health Board, an entity falling under the sub-central government public authority category in the UK, with its headquarters located in Port Talbot, UK. This process involves a direct procurement method conducted without competition, aimed at upgrading the Fluobeam systems in use to ensure compatibility with existing medical workflows and equipment. This specific tender is in the Award stage as of 28th January 2026, with the contract period scheduled from 10th February 2026 to 31st March 2026. The purchase of Fluobeam fluorescence imaging devices will be delivered within the UK, and the transaction gross value is reported at £125,897.04.

This tender presents business growth opportunities particularly for companies in the medical devices sector, especially those familiar with digital imaging systems suitable for clinical settings. Given that the existing system is based on Getinge technology, businesses that offer compatible upgrades or supporting devices can benefit from minimal implementation time and reduced training costs, appealing especially to large-scale medical equipment suppliers with expertise in healthcare technology solutions. This engagement underscores the importance for suppliers to maintain or develop solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing healthcare frameworks, thereby enhancing operational stability and patient safety.

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Notice Title

FLUOBEAM Imaging Devices

Notice Description

Fluobeam upgrade, capital purchase. The Getinge device represents an upgrade to the system currently in use, ensuring full compatibility with existing workflows, accessories, and clinical protocols. Clinicians are already trained and experienced with the Getinge platform, which reduces implementation time, training costs, and the risk of clinical error, maintaining system continuity is considered critical to patient safety, operational stability, and service efficiency.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0610d7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007567-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33111000 - X-ray devices

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£104,914 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
10 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SWANSEA BAY UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
Additional Buyers

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

Contact Name
Paul Buckingham
Contact Email
paul.buckingham@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2921500695, +442921500695

Buyer Location

Locality
PORT TALBOT
Postcode
SA12 7BR
Post Town
Swansea
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

GETINGE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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