---
title: "Direct Award for Planned Maintenance of Proprietary Pneumatic Post Tube Systems at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0594fe"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2025-09-05"
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# Direct Award for Planned Maintenance of Proprietary Pneumatic Post Tube Systems at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital

Buyer: UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0594fe

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## Summary

The University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, a central government public authority in the United Kingdom, has engaged in a procurement process titled "Direct Award for Planned Maintenance of Proprietary Pneumatic Post Tube Systems at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital." This process, identified as a direct procurement method, was necessary due to the exclusive servicing capabilities of the original manufacturer, Swisslog/SWL Healthcare Limited. The contract, which involves the maintenance of pneumatic tube systems specifically for mechanical and electrical engineering services, has been awarded to SWL Healthcare Limited. The location of the service is Birmingham, with the specific address being the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham. The initial contract period is set to commence on 19th September 2025 and conclude on 18th September 2030, with key milestones including the pending award stage and scheduled future contract signature due by 17th September 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in maintenance and engineering services, particularly those with a focus on proprietary or exclusive systems. Large enterprises with the capability to deliver specialised technical services could see substantial growth by engaging in such niche markets that demand specific expertise or exclusive agreements. As the contract underscores the importance of technical compatibility and the unique supply chain needs of the public health sector, businesses looking to expand into public authority contracts should consider developing tailored solutions or forming strategic partnerships with original equipment manufacturers like Swisslog/SWL Healthcare Limited.

## Notice

This contract is for the maintenance and support of a proprietary pneumatic tube systems supplied by Swisslog/SWL Healthcare Limited. The system operates as a closed-loop solution, with servicing and component support exclusively available through the original manufacturer.

### Procurement Information

This direct award is made under Schedule 5, Exception 5 of the Procurement Act 2023, on the grounds that only one supplier can deliver the required services for technical reasons.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054422-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 18 Sep 2025 - 18 Sep 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £132,565 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2GW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SWL HEALTHCARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services

## Release History

- 5 Sep 2025 at 15:41 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054422-2025
- 5 Sep 2025 at 13:05 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054305-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054422-2025
  5th September 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054305-2025
  5th September 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.swlh.co.uk
- https://www.health-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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