---
title: "Waiver - UHB_QEH - Werfen Ltd - VerifyNow(r) System"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0670aa"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0670aa"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0670aa.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0670aa.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-03-20"
---

# Waiver - UHB_QEH - Werfen Ltd - VerifyNow(r) System

Buyer: UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0670aa

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0670aa)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0670aa.json)

## Summary

The procurement process was carried out by the University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, aiming to acquire the VerifyNow® System from Werfen Ltd. The procurement falls under the industry category of software packages and information systems, specifically classified through the CPV code 48000000. Located in Birmingham, the procurement has reached the Award stage with the contract status marked as active. The contract was signed on 3rd February 2026 with the delivery period spanning from 9th February to 11th February 2026. The procurement method used was direct, indicating a below-threshold purchase carried out without competition, and the procurement's legal basis was supported by the UK legislation of 2023/54.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in medical software systems, particularly those focusing on verification technology. The direct procurement approach suggests a streamlined process, most beneficial for enterprises capable of meeting specific product requirements efficiently. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the health technology sector would find this tender relevant for expansion into healthcare system supplies, especially those looking to establish themselves within central government contracts by leveraging unique technology offerings like Werfen Ltd's VerifyNow® System. The trust's proactive procurement strategies enhance sellers' prospects for future collaboration in similar technological needs within the healthcare domain.

## Notice

This service relates to the purchase of the VerifyNow(r) System by Werfen Ltd

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025915-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 9 Feb 2026 - 11 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £15,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2WB |
| 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 | WERFEN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 20 Mar 2026 at 15:42 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025915-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025915-2026
  20th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0670aa. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0670aa.json.