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Maintenance of Fuijnon Stacks and Scopes

HYWEL DDA UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD

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27 May 2026 at 13:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Hywel Dda University Health Board, based in Carmarthen, United Kingdom, has completed the procurement process for the renewal of a maintenance contract for Fujinon Stacks and Scopes used across its endoscopy units. This contract falls under the industry category of repair and maintenance services and covers the maintenance of essential diagnostic, therapeutic, and surveillance equipment used in gastroenterology, pulmonology, and ENT. The procurement was concluded through a limited method, specifically an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, within the NHS Supply Chain Framework for Maintenance, Repair, and Calibration of Medical Equipment. The contract, valued at £350,604.64 and signed on 31 March 2026, was awarded to the original equipment manufacturer, Aquilant Endoscopy, who is uniquely positioned to provide these services due to specialised technical expertise and access to genuine parts.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in medical equipment maintenance, particularly those that possess the technical know-how required for highly specialised equipment. Companies with the ability to deliver reliable service and adhere to stringent maintenance standards can leverage this as a pathway for growth, establishing themselves within public sector frameworks like the NHS Supply Chain. Given the procurement method that prioritises technical capabilities over direct competition, businesses that can demonstrate niche expertise in specific medical equipment, similar to Aquilant Endoscopy, would fare well in securing such contracts. This procurement highlights the importance of business alignment with public health sector needs and standards to allow for potential future opportunities.

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Notice Title

Maintenance of Fuijnon Stacks and Scopes

Notice Description

The renewal of the maintenance contract for Fujinon Stacks and Scopes across Hywel Dda University Health Boards' endoscopy units

Lot Information

Lot 1

This is a renewal of the maintenance contract for the Fujinon Stacks and Scopes used across Hywel Dda University Health Board. The original equipment manufacturer (OEM) is Aquilant, and are essential for diagnostic, therapeutic, and surveillance procedures in gastroenterology, pulmonology, and ENT (ear, nose, and throat). The contract provides fully comprehensive cover for all devices, across the 12-month period. As the original equipment manufacturer (OEM), Aquilant has delivered maintenance support for the Fujinon Stacks and Scopes since the expiry of the purchase warranty in 2018. Using the OEM ensures that all maintenance meets the required standards by utilising genuine parts and specialist technical expertise, helping to safeguard both equipment reliability and patient care. This contract will be awarded through the NHS Supply Chain Framework Maintenance, Repair and Calibration of Medical Equipment, reference 2021/S000-021535.

Procurement Information

As the original equipment manufacturer, Aquilant are the sole supplier with the capability and technical expertise to meet the required service standards for the scope and stack maintenance. Procuring through the NHS Supply Chain framework, reference 2021/S000-021535, ensures value for money is achieved, as all pricing has undergone prior market testing and benchmarking against other qualified suppliers. This gives assurance that the rates are competitive, transparent and aligned with public sector procurement requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a672
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049734-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for 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
Not specified
Contracts Value
£350,604 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HYWEL DDA UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARMARTHEN
Postcode
SA31 3BB
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL42 South West Wales
Delivery Location
TLL14 South West Wales

Local Authority
Carmarthenshire
Electoral Ward
Carmarthen Town West
Westminster Constituency
Caerfyrddin

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AQUILANT ENDOSCOPY

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