Tender

Procurement of Metrology Lab Equipment

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

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Tender

04 Jun 2026 at 14:26

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, is seeking to procure Metrology Lab Equipment for installation in a new facility. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, under an open competition procurement method below the threshold. The tender, focusing on medical equipment within the medical and pharmaceuticals industry category, allows for electronic submissions via the Bravo eTender Wales portal. Interested parties should note the closing date for tender submissions is 2nd July 2026, with enquiries due by 25th June 2026. The equipment is needed in the United Kingdom, specifically in Cardiff, and the successful contractor will be required from 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2036.

This tender offers a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in metrology systems and medical equipment, especially those able to provide comprehensive solutions including supply, delivery, installation, and commissioning services. SMEs are particularly encouraged to participate, as there are measures in place to support their involvement in this procurement process. Eligible businesses have the chance to establish a long-term relationship with a central government public authority, potentially enhancing their market presence and expanding their portfolio in government contracts. Companies skilled in collaborative partnerships will benefit the most, as the project requires working closely with the Trust to integrate the equipment effectively within the new facility.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Procurement of Metrology Lab Equipment

Notice Description

Velindre University NHS Trust is undertaking the procurement of Metrology Lab Equipment, which will be directly installed into the new facility. The procurement covers the supply, delivery, installation, and commissioning of a comprehensive metrology system capable of producing a wide range of radiation fields for calibration and testing of radiation protection instruments. The equipment will be installed in a purpose-built suite within the nVCC, and the supplier must work collaboratively with the Trust.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06adc9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052928-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£1
Lots Value
£1
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 2026Today
Submission Deadline
2 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2036 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF14 3UZ
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
Gabalfa
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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