---
title: "Service WEQAS Blood Gas Scheme"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cdc0"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ROYAL UNITED HOSPITALS BATH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-07-17"
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# Service WEQAS Blood Gas Scheme

Buyer: ROYAL UNITED HOSPITALS BATH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cdc0

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust culminated in the award of the "Service WEQAS Blood Gas Scheme" contract. This contract, aimed at enhancing the performance of organisations using blood gas analysers for diagnostic purposes, falls under the services category, specifically classified as subscription services. The procurement was completed through a direct method, below the threshold and without competition, signifying a streamlined approach to meet immediate needs. The contract commenced on 1st April 2026 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2027, involving the Cardiff and Vale University Local Health Board as the supplier. Despite the process being closed, this contract highlights the Trust's focus on specialised medical diagnostics services within the region of Bath.

Opportunities for business growth arise from this tender by aligning with the needs of healthcare institutions in diagnostic service provision, particularly within the niche of blood gas analysis. Companies specialising in medical equipment maintenance, diagnostics, and healthcare analytics would find this sector appealing, with room for innovation in service delivery techniques. Large enterprises within the health sector, such as those with experience in handling public authority contracts, are well-suited to engage in these opportunities, potentially leading to collaborative partnerships with NHS bodies. The procurement underscores the demand for efficient, precise diagnostic solutions tailored to enhance patient care, which can drive competitive differentiation in the healthcare services market.

## Notice

The WEQAS Blood Gas Scheme is designed to assess the performance of organizations utilizing blood gas analyzers for the diagnosis of acid-base balance and electrolyte status.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067738-2026 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £18,443 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ROYAL UNITED HOSPITALS BATH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | BATH |
| Post town | Bath |
| Postcode | BA1 3NG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Newbridge |
| Westminster constituency | Bath |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CARDIFF AND VALE UNIVERSITY LOCAL HEALTH BOARD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79980000 - Subscription services

## Release History

- 17 Jul 2026 at 11:07 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067738-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067738-2026
  17th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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