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Service WEQAS Blood Gas Scheme

ROYAL UNITED HOSPITALS BATH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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17 Jul 2026 at 11:07

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust culminated in the award of the "Service WEQAS Blood Gas Scheme" contract. This contract, aimed at enhancing the performance of organisations using blood gas analysers for diagnostic purposes, falls under the services category, specifically classified as subscription services. The procurement was completed through a direct method, below the threshold and without competition, signifying a streamlined approach to meet immediate needs. The contract commenced on 1st April 2026 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2027, involving the Cardiff and Vale University Local Health Board as the supplier. Despite the process being closed, this contract highlights the Trust's focus on specialised medical diagnostics services within the region of Bath.

Opportunities for business growth arise from this tender by aligning with the needs of healthcare institutions in diagnostic service provision, particularly within the niche of blood gas analysis. Companies specialising in medical equipment maintenance, diagnostics, and healthcare analytics would find this sector appealing, with room for innovation in service delivery techniques. Large enterprises within the health sector, such as those with experience in handling public authority contracts, are well-suited to engage in these opportunities, potentially leading to collaborative partnerships with NHS bodies. The procurement underscores the demand for efficient, precise diagnostic solutions tailored to enhance patient care, which can drive competitive differentiation in the healthcare services market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Service WEQAS Blood Gas Scheme

Notice Description

The WEQAS Blood Gas Scheme is designed to assess the performance of organizations utilizing blood gas analyzers for the diagnosis of acid-base balance and electrolyte status.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cdc0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067738-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79980000 - Subscription services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£18,443 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20264 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 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
ROYAL UNITED HOSPITALS BATH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BATH
Postcode
BA1 3NG
Post Town
Bath
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Newbridge
Westminster Constituency
Bath

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CARDIFF AND VALE UNIVERSITY LOCAL HEALTH BOARD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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