---
title: "Bio-UV spectrophotometer"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c9b1"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "GLOUCESTERSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-07-13"
---

# Bio-UV spectrophotometer

Buyer: GLOUCESTERSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c9b1

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, based in Gloucester, seeks the services for the maintenance of a Bio-UV spectrophotometer. This contract falls under the healthcare sector and involves repair and maintenance services of medical equipment. The process, categorised under services, has reached the contract award stage as of 13 July 2026. The procurement method employed was direct, specified as below threshold without competition. The contract, which began on 7 May 2026, is scheduled to conclude on 6 May 2030, highlighting the long-term engagement required for service continuity.

This tender presents a robust opportunity for businesses specialising in the upkeep of sophisticated medical equipment, ideally those familiar with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) maintenance practices. SMEs like Northstar Scientific Limited, awarded the contract, are well-suited for such direct procurement opportunities, particularly if they are agile and equipped to deliver consistent service quality over an extended duration. Engaging in such contracts can catalyse growth, enabling companies to expand their portfolio within the medical services industry and cultivate a strong partnership with a public authority such as the Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

## Notice

Maintenance of equipment by OEM to ensure continuity of service

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065695-2026 |
| 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 | 13 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 6 May 2026 - 6 May 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £13,992 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GLOUCESTERSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | GLOUCESTER |
| Post town | Gloucester |
| Postcode | GL53 7AN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK73 Gloucestershire CC |
| Local authority | Cheltenham |
| Electoral ward | College |
| Westminster constituency | Cheltenham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NORTHSTAR SCIENTIFIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50421000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical equipment

## Release History

- 13 Jul 2026 at 14:03 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065695-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065695-2026
  13th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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