---
title: "Paxman scalp coolers servicing 26-31"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068873"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-04-22"
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# Paxman scalp coolers servicing 26-31

Buyer: SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068873

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## Summary

This procurement process involves SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST for servicing Paxman scalp coolers at Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton. The contract, awarded to PAXMAN COOLERS LIMITED, spans five years from 21 April 2026 to 26 November 2031. Classified under 'repair and maintenance services of medical equipment', it utilises a direct procurement method below the threshold, indicating a lack of competition due to its specialised nature. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract signed on 21 April 2026, ensuring regular inspections and maintenance support at the hospital.

This contract offers business growth opportunities to SMEs specialising in medical equipment maintenance and repairs. Organisations possessing the necessary technical expertise and service capabilities to maintain and repair medical equipment will find these procurement opportunities ideal for expanding their market presence within the healthcare sector. The direct procurement method offers an exclusive partnership with the hospital trust, presenting a stable revenue stream over multiple years, benefiting businesses aiming for long-term growth in servicing medical devices.

## Notice

5 year contract to align with other equipment contracts with the same supplier. Provided by the OEM for ongoing support with equipment. Once a year inspection of equipment at Musgrove Park Hospital site, labour for any repairs and fitting parts included.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036573-2026 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 20 Apr 2026 - 26 Nov 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £12,395 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | TAUNTON |
| Post town | Taunton |
| Postcode | TA1 5DA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Bishop's Hull & Taunton West |
| Westminster constituency | Taunton and Wellington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PAXMAN COOLERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50421000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical equipment

## Release History

- 22 Apr 2026 at 11:57 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036573-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036573-2026
  22nd April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://paxmanscalpcooling.com/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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