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Six month service contract for Waters Xevo TQS Mass Spectrometer

LIVERPOOL UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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01 Jun 2026 at 12:36

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process involves Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust engaging Waters Ltd through a six-month service contract for maintaining the Waters Xevo TQS Mass Spectrometer. This contract falls within the repair and maintenance services of medical and surgical equipment industry category. Located in Liverpool, the procurement aims to ensure safe operation and service continuity of the equipment until its planned decommissioning. The contract, executed under the "Below threshold - unknown" procurement method, commenced on 29th May 2026 and will conclude on 27th November 2026. Primary procurement stages included award and contract, with the contract being officially signed on 29th May 2026.

This tender creates opportunities for businesses specialising in the maintenance of medical and industrial equipment, particularly those able to provide certified technical support and quick response times, as required by the tender's terms. Large enterprises with expertise in delivering comprehensive maintenance services, especially those with access to certified engineers and necessary spare parts for equipment like the Xevo TQS analyser, would find this contract well-suited to their capabilities. The deal, benefitting from a 30% discount on list prices, underscores a significant commercial advantage for skilled service providers aiming to expand their market presence by securing partnerships with public authorities like the Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Six month service contract for Waters Xevo TQS Mass Spectrometer

Notice Description

WV_676 Waters Ltd are the sole supplier authorised to provide servicing for the Xevo TQS analyser. The service includes Field Service Engineer labour, travel, and all parts required to complete corrective maintenance visits, with a targeted response time of two business days. The agreement provides priority access to technical support, with all maintenance undertaken by certified Waters engineers to ensure manufacturer compliance and equipment integrity. The plan includes one scheduled Preventative Maintenance visit (with standard PM kit included) to maintain operational performance. A commercial benefit has been secured, with a 30% discount applied to the manufacturer's list price. The Trust is currently planning to decommission the equipment within the next six months; however, it is essential that maintenance cover remains in place during this period to ensure continued safe operation and service continuity until decommissioning is completed.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06aa4b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051396-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50420000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical and surgical equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£28,591 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 May 20266 days ago
Contract Period
28 May 2026 - 27 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LIVERPOOL UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L9 7AL
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Fazakerley West
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Walton

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WATERS

Further Information

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