---
title: "Maintenance of Surgical Diathermy Machines and Rapid Vacs"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ba3e"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HYWEL DDA UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD"
published: "2026-06-22"
---

# Maintenance of Surgical Diathermy Machines and Rapid Vacs

Buyer: HYWEL DDA UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ba3e

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## Summary

The procurement process was conducted by the Hywel Dda University Health Board for the comprehensive maintenance of Surgical Diathermy machines and Rapid Vacs. This contract falls under the 'Repair and maintenance services' category and is situated in the UKL14 region of the United Kingdom, specifically Carmarthen. The process was initiated through a direct procurement method, resulting in a contract awarded to Medtronic Limited with an approximate value of £242,875 excluding VAT. The procurement is in the award stage with the contract period set to run from 1st July 2026 to 1st June 2031. The direct award was justified as Medtronic Limited are the sole supplier capable of delivering the required high standard of maintenance, a critical factor given the continuous use of the equipment involved.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in the healthcare equipment maintenance industry, particularly those specialising in services for surgical machinery. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could see growth potential by aligning with larger suppliers like Medtronic Limited or by developing capabilities to match such high standards of service. The focus on rapid and effective service underscores the Health Board's priority for patient safety, highlighting an opportunity for businesses capable of ensuring equipment uptime and minimal operational disruption in medical facilities.

## Notice

Comprehensive maintenance cover of Surgical Diathermy machines and Rapid Vacs (x55) used throughout all of Theatres/Colposcopy across Hywel Dda University Health Board.

### Procurement Information

Medtronic Limited are the sole supplier able to deliver the high standard of maintenance needed for the equipment, which is supported by previous market testing. The equipment is in constant use, therefore, requires a specialist maintenance contract to ensure patient safety is prioritised. Medtronic Limited provide all parts, labour, repairs and accidental damage cover for the duration of the agreement, alongside loan equipment which prevents equipment downtime. Without this contract in place, the Health Board could be exposed to high risks including financial and patient safety.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058577-2026 |
| Notice type | UK5 - Transparency Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 1 Jun 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £242,875 |
| 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 | HYWEL DDA UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD |
| Additional buyers | NHS WALES SHARED SERVICE PARTNERSHIP |
| Locality | CAMARTHEN |
| Post town | Swansea |
| Postcode | SA31 3BB |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL44 Neath Port Talbot |
| Local authority | Neath Port Talbot |
| Electoral ward | Aberavon |
| Westminster constituency | Aberafan Maesteg |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MEDTRONIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 22 Jun 2026 at 13:44 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058577-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058577-2026
  22nd June 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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