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Vernacare Technical Services

ISLE OF WIGHT

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01 Jun 2026 at 10:31

Summary of the contracting process

The Isle of Wight has completed the procurement process for a service and maintenance contract titled "Vernacare Technical Services," focusing on the repair and maintenance of Vernacare macerators used in healthcare facilities. The procurement pertains to the industry category of medical equipment maintenance services, classified under the CPV code 50421000. This concluded process was awarded through a limited procurement method, specifically a direct award without prior publication, as it falls outside the scope of the directive. The relevant contract was signed on 28th May 2026. The procurement process included an agreement for the supply of services at St Marys Hospital, located in Newport, UKJ34 region, Isle of Wight. The awarded contract, valued at GBP 52,889.76, was granted to VERNACARE LIMITED.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in medical equipment repair and maintenance services to establish themselves as primary support providers for healthcare facilities. Given the critical nature and specialised servicing required by healthcare institutions to maintain hygiene and operational efficiency, businesses with a strong focus on sustainable waste management and infection control systems are well-suited to compete in this sector. The direct award to experienced companies like VERNACARE LIMITED signals a potential for similar firms to secure contracts by demonstrating industry-specific expertise, reliability, and innovative service offerings.

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Notice Title

Vernacare Technical Services

Notice Description

The Trust has adopted Vernacare macerators as the standard equipment. A service and maintenance contract is in place to ensure prompt manufacturer support in the event of breakdowns. Vernacare macerators are used in hospitals and healthcare facilities to hygienically dispose of single use pulp products such as bedpans, urinals and washbowls. They break waste down into a biodegradable slurry that is safely discharged to drainage systems, supporting infection prevention, staff safety, patient dignity and sustainable waste management.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Maintenance agreement for: The Trust has adopted Vernacare macerators as the standard equipment. A service and maintenance contract is in place to ensure prompt manufacturer support in the event of breakdowns. Vernacare macerators are used in hospitals and healthcare facilities to hygienically dispose of single use pulp products such as bedpans, urinals and washbowls. They break waste down into a biodegradable slurry that is safely discharged to drainage systems, supporting infection prevention, staff safety, patient dignity and sustainable waste management.

Procurement Information

Framework by means of direct award was used

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06aa11
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051283-2026
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

50421000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£52,889 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 May 20261 weeks 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
ISLE OF WIGHT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWPORT
Postcode
PO30 5TG
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ34 Isle of Wight
Delivery Location
TLJ34 Isle of Wight

Local Authority
Isle of Wight
Electoral Ward
Parkhurst & Hunnyhill
Westminster Constituency
Isle of Wight West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VERNACARE

Further Information

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