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Capital Purchase of a Replacement V-Beam Perfecta Pulsed-Dye Laser

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

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10 Mar 2026 at 09:06

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, has managed the procurement process for the capital purchase of a replacement V-Beam Perfecta Pulsed-Dye Laser for the Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. This tender involves a direct award without prior competition, in accordance with Welsh devolved regulations applicable to public authority operations. The process is currently at the award stage, with the award notice indicating the pending status of the contract valued at £66,728 before taxes. The contract period is scheduled to start on 24th March 2026 and conclude on 23rd April 2026. The procurement categorised under the medical equipment industry includes goods above the threshold, intended for delivery within UKL22, Cardiff.

The direct procurement method rationalises the award to Syneron Candela (UK) Ltd, given their unique provision capabilities and clinical requirements specific to pulsed dye laser systems, such as treating vascular lesions. It presents growth opportunities primarily for businesses involved in medical equipment manufacturing and supply, particularly those specialising in laser technology with specific technical requirements. Given the direct nature of the award, competitive opportunities may be limited, yet providing insight into niche market needs could facilitate strategic planning for SMEs aiming to expand their operations in the specialised medical equipment sector. Moreover, businesses focused on enhancing technology in clinical treatments can consider forming alliances or seeking niche advancements aligned with clinical consultations and procurement demands showcased in this contract.

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Notice Title

Capital Purchase of a Replacement V-Beam Perfecta Pulsed-Dye Laser

Notice Description

The Cardiff and Vale University Health Board intend to Direct Award without prior competition for the purchase of a replacement V-Beam Perfecta Pulsed-Dye Laser.

Procurement Information

The V-Beam Perfecta is a clinically required, pulsed dye laser (PDL) system with specific wavelengths, pulse durations, beam profiles and cooling mechanisms uniquely suited to treating vascular lesions such as port-wine stains, haemangiomas and telangiectasia. * Clinical consultation has confirmed that alternative suppliers cannot meet the essential clinical requirements relating to treatment outcomes, pulse structure, spot size selection, cooling delivery (Candela's DCD), and operator safety. * Switching to an alternative platform poses risk of inferior clinical outcomes, retraining requirements and failure to meet documented clinical pathways. * Candela Medical is the sole manufacturer and sole authorised provider of the V-Beam Perfecta Laser and associated consumables, servicing and warranty. * For these reasons, no other supplier can provide equipment that meets the authority's mandatory clinical and operational specifications.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0665e5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021154-2026
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
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£66,728 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Mar 20264 days ago
Contract Period
24 Mar 2026 - 23 Apr 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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 4HH
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
Heath
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SYNERON CANDELA (UK

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