Maintenance of Surgical Diathermy Machines and Rapid Vacs

HYWEL DDA UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD

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22 Jun 2026 at 13:44

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was conducted by the Hywel Dda University Health Board for the comprehensive maintenance of Surgical Diathermy machines and Rapid Vacs. This contract falls under the 'Repair and maintenance services' category and is situated in the UKL14 region of the United Kingdom, specifically Carmarthen. The process was initiated through a direct procurement method, resulting in a contract awarded to Medtronic Limited with an approximate value of £242,875 excluding VAT. The procurement is in the award stage with the contract period set to run from 1st July 2026 to 1st June 2031. The direct award was justified as Medtronic Limited are the sole supplier capable of delivering the required high standard of maintenance, a critical factor given the continuous use of the equipment involved.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in the healthcare equipment maintenance industry, particularly those specialising in services for surgical machinery. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could see growth potential by aligning with larger suppliers like Medtronic Limited or by developing capabilities to match such high standards of service. The focus on rapid and effective service underscores the Health Board's priority for patient safety, highlighting an opportunity for businesses capable of ensuring equipment uptime and minimal operational disruption in medical facilities.

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Notice Title

Maintenance of Surgical Diathermy Machines and Rapid Vacs

Notice Description

Comprehensive maintenance cover of Surgical Diathermy machines and Rapid Vacs (x55) used throughout all of Theatres/Colposcopy across Hywel Dda University Health Board.

Procurement Information

Medtronic Limited are the sole supplier able to deliver the high standard of maintenance needed for the equipment, which is supported by previous market testing. The equipment is in constant use, therefore, requires a specialist maintenance contract to ensure patient safety is prioritised. Medtronic Limited provide all parts, labour, repairs and accidental damage cover for the duration of the agreement, alongside loan equipment which prevents equipment downtime. Without this contract in place, the Health Board could be exposed to high risks including financial and patient safety.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ba3e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058577-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£242,875 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jun 20262 days ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 1 Jun 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HYWEL DDA UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
Additional Buyers

NHS WALES SHARED SERVICE PARTNERSHIP

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CAMARTHEN
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)
TLL44 Neath Port Talbot
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Neath Port Talbot
Electoral Ward
Aberavon
Westminster Constituency
Aberafan Maesteg

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MEDTRONIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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