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Provision of Service of Waters VBA388

NHS GRAMPIAN

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Summary of the contracting process

In this procurement process, NHS Grampian, a public health body located in Aberdeen, UK, has completed the tender titled "Provision of Service of Waters VBA388" under the health industry category. The procurement focused on service provision at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. The contract was awarded on 2nd March 2026, through a limited procurement method without prior publication due to technical exclusivity, meaning only the manufacturer, Waters Limited, with adequate skills and knowledge, was eligible to perform the service. The awarded contract, valued at £51,436, is currently active.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses involved in specialised medical equipment maintenance and services targeting health institutions. While this particular tender was awarded directly due to technical uniqueness, businesses looking to grow in the healthcare industry should aim to develop niche expertise or exclusive rights that could position them favourably in future tenders. Though this procurement was non-competitive, understanding such procurement dynamics can aid businesses in identifying potential areas for technological advancement or specialised skill development to secure future opportunities.

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Notice Title

Provision of Service of Waters VBA388

Notice Description

Provision of Service of Waters VBA388

Procurement Information

The service and maintenance is carried out by the manufacturer of the equipment as the only supplier with the skills and knowledge to carry this out.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000827336
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552303
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50400000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical and precision equipment

50421000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£51,436 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Mar 20261 months 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
NHS GRAMPIAN
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB15 6RE
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Kingswells/Sheddocksley/Summerhill
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WATERS

Further Information

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