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PHW-DIR-60856 Serology Managed Service Contract

PUBLIC HEALTH WALES NHS TRUST

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29 May 2026 at 16:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process detailed in this document involves a direct award for the continuation of the Serology Managed Service Contract by the Public Health Wales NHS Trust, located in Cardiff, United Kingdom. This contract is part of the medical equipment and pharmaceuticals industry category and aims to ensure seamless delivery of serology testing services critical for public health. The procurement process is at the award stage as of May 2026, following a direct award method to continue the existing contract with Abbott Laboratories Ltd. The procuring entity, NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, is managing the procurement on behalf of the buyer. The contract period starts on 1st July 2026, initially planned to conclude on 22nd August 2026, with an extension option available, potentially extending the contract until 30th November 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the healthcare and medical supplies sector, particularly those with capabilities to support high-stakes public health initiatives, such as continuous serology services. Companies with established infrastructure and expertise in the medical equipment and pharmaceutical sectors would be well-positioned to compete in future tender openings in this area. The nature of the direct award underscores the importance of existing relationships and demonstrated ability to meet crucial healthcare delivery requirements without service interruption, an aspect critical for innovative businesses aiming to establish or grow within public health service domains.

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Notice Title

PHW-DIR-60856 Serology Managed Service Contract

Notice Description

Public Health Wales is required to maintain continuity of the existing serology service provision where equipment and infrastructure is in place.The current Serology Managed Service Contract is with Abbott Laboratories Ltd, which began 23rd November 2015. The MSC also incorporates third-party suppliers who provide and maintain key laboratory infrastructure and consumables. Their contributions are critical to delivering a seamless and comprehensive serology testing service across both operational sites.The contract was originally awarded following a competitive open tender process on a 7-year basis and was extended for three additional years in 2022, allowing for a new contract end date of 22nd November 2025. Due to significant risks to patient care, diagnostic turnaround times, and public health surveillance, any disruption to serology testing services would severely impact the ability detect and control infectious diseases such as measles, mumps, rubella, HIV, and hepatitis. Given the critical nature of these services, ensuring continuity through a reliable, compatible managed service arrangement is essential for safeguarding public health and maintaining service integrity.The proposed Direct Award is limited to the continuation of the existing provision to mitigate risk for a 9 months + 3 months period.

Procurement Information

Public Health Wales is required to maintain continuity of the existing serology service provision where equipment and infrastructure is in place. The service is linked to equipment that is in situ and integrated with laboratory workflows. Appointing an alternative supplier would require the equipment to be replaced, requiring a significant reconfiguration. Continuity of the existing service is essential for patient care. A change of supplier is not operationally feasible at this time. The proposed Direct Award is limited to the continuation of the existing provision to mitigate risk.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a913
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051029-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,254,215 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 22 Aug 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
PUBLIC HEALTH WALES NHS TRUST
Additional Buyers

NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP (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
CF10 4BZ
Post Town
Cardiff
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

ABBOTT LABORATORIES

Further Information

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