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NHS Dumfries & Galloway - Histology Equipment

DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY HEALTH BOARD

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

25 Sep 2017 at 00:00

Tender

18 Apr 2017 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Dumfries and Galloway Health Board, pertains to the supply and installation of Histology equipment for the new NHS Dumfries & Galloway Hospital, located on the outskirts of Dumfries. This open tender, classified under the health industry category, is currently in the award stage, with key activities set to commence in September 2017. The deadline for tender submissions is 19 May 2017, and the project is valued at approximately £268,000. Contact for the tender is Lauren Fleming, with further details available through the NHS Dumfries & Galloway's official communication channels.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in medical equipment and supplies, particularly those able to deliver high-quality histology instruments. Companies with experience in supplying and installing similar equipment in healthcare settings will be well-positioned to compete. The requirement also emphasises the need for relevant certifications and insurance, opening avenues for suppliers with robust quality management practices and established track records in the health sector.

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Notice Title

NHS Dumfries & Galloway - Histology Equipment

Notice Description

The new acute hospital for NHS Dumfries & Galloway will open in late 2017. The site for the new Dumfries & Galloway Hospital is on the outskirts of Dumfries, close to the Garroch roundabout by the A75. NHS Dumfries and Galloway services a population of approximately 148,000 with 8 hospital sites across the region. The histology department within the DGRI currently has 12 members of staff which are involved in the receipt, fixation and processing of patient tissue samples for routine microscopic investigation and diagnosis. They plan to purchase new equipment to continue the service at the new hospital site. The Products are to be installed from September 2017. This tender is for the supply, delivery and installation of Histology equipment for the new NHS Dumfries & Galloway site.

Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS Dumfries and Galloway is tendering for a Histology Equipment to be installed in the new Dumfries and Galloway Hospital. The requirement is for - Qty 1 LAB013 - Tissue Embedding Centre Qty 2 LAB013A - Machine; Tissue Processor Qty 1 LAB085 - Coverslipping Machine; mechanical; 610H 360W 420D Qty 1 LAB106 - Staining Machine for slides; 24 station; with heater and monitor; 600H 760 dia. Qty 2 LAB107 - Staining Machine for slides; 24 station; with heater and monitor; 600H 760 dia. Qty 1 LAB121 - Microtome Rotary; 300H 470W 400D It is intended that an award will be made to one successful Contractor who will act in the role of Prime Contractor for the supply of all Products and associated services to the Authority. The successful Contractor will be required to enter into a formal contract with the Authority on the terms of the Contract included in the Invitation to Tender.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000489249
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP296633
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£268,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£268,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Sep 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 May 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Aug 20178 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY HEALTH BOARD
Contact Name
Jenny Paterson, Lauren Fleming
Contact Email
jenniferpaterson@nhs.net, laurenfleming1@nhs.net
Contact Phone
+44 1312756208, +44 1312756662

Buyer Location

Locality
DUMFRIES
Postcode
DG1 4TG
Post Town
Dumfries and Galloway
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway
Delivery Location
TLM32 Glasgow City, TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway

Local Authority
Dumfries and Galloway
Electoral Ward
Nith
Westminster Constituency
Dumfries and Galloway

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR280481
    NHS Dumfries & Galloway - Histology Equipment - The new acute hospital for NHS Dumfries & Galloway will open in late 2017. The site for the new Dumfries & Galloway Hospital is on the outskirts of Dumfries, close to the Garroch roundabout by the A75. NHS Dumfries and Galloway services a population of approximately 148,000 with 8 hospital sites across the region. The histology department within the DGRI currently has 12 members of staff which are involved in the receipt, fixation and processing of patient tissue samples for routine microscopic investigation and diagnosis. They plan to purchase new equipment to continue the service at the new hospital site. The Products are to be installed from September 2017. This tender is for the supply, delivery and installation of Histology equipment for the new NHS Dumfries & Galloway site.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP296633
    NHS Dumfries & Galloway - Histology Equipment - The new acute hospital for NHS Dumfries & Galloway will open in late 2017. The site for the new Dumfries & Galloway Hospital is on the outskirts of Dumfries, close to the Garroch roundabout by the A75. NHS Dumfries and Galloway services a population of approximately 148,000 with 8 hospital sites across the region. The histology department within the DGRI currently has 12 members of staff which are involved in the receipt, fixation and processing of patient tissue samples for routine microscopic investigation and diagnosis. They plan to purchase new equipment to continue the service at the new hospital site. The Products are to be installed from September 2017. This tender is for the supply, delivery and installation of Histology equipment for the new NHS Dumfries & Galloway site.

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