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(Maintenance of) Ophthalmic Equipment

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

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06 Mar 2026 at 11:09

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25 Feb 2026 at 12:08

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, has completed its procurement process for the maintenance of ophthalmic equipment owned by Carl Zeiss Ltd. The contract, titled "Maintenance of Ophthalmic Equipment," is aimed at ensuring the reliability and compliance of high-risk medical equipment across Bronglais, Glangwili, and Prince Philip Hospitals in Wales. The procurement stage is in the award phase, with the contract signed on 27 February 2026, and it is scheduled to run from 1 March 2026 to 28 February 2029. The procurement method was direct and below the threshold, meaning it proceeded without competition, focusing on maintaining essential services categorised under repair and maintenance services.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the medical equipment maintenance sector, particularly those offering specialised services for ophthalmic devices. Large-scale suppliers like Carl Zeiss Ltd can leverage this contract to solidify their presence and demonstrate their capacity to offer critical maintenance support, including software updates, remote diagnostics, and corrective repairs. Businesses equipped to provide comprehensive services that ensure minimal equipment downtime will find this an advantageous venture, contributing to uninterrupted surgical operations and improved healthcare delivery.

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Notice Title

(Maintenance of) Ophthalmic Equipment

Notice Description

This is a new requirement for the maintenance contract of Ophthalmic equipment owned by Carl Zeiss located at Bronglais, Glangwili and Prince Philip Hospitals.As high-risk medical equipment, these devices must be maintained under a formal regime to ensure patient safety, regulatory compliance, and equipment reliability. The contract provides manufacturer-supported preventive maintenance, remote diagnostics, corrective repairs including parts and consumables, software updates, and access to loan equipment where required, ensuring prompt return to service and minimising disruption to surgical procedures.Without this contract, equipment downtime could increase, leading to delays or cancellations and directly impacting patient care and service delivery across the Health Board.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065be9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020294-2026
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

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£29,694 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£29,694 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2029 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
NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF14 3UZ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Gabalfa
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CARL ZEISS

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