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title: "Replacement of PLCs at the three existing Lavatec Presses at Glan Clwyd, Green Vale, and Llansamle"
ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-137156"
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source: "Sell2Wales"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)"
published: "2024-03-07"
---

# Replacement of PLCs at the three existing Lavatec Presses at Glan Clwyd, Green Vale, and Llansamle

Buyer: NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-kuma6s-137156

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## Summary

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services is currently running a tender for the replacement of PLCs at three existing Lavatec Presses located in Glan Clwyd, Green Vale, and Llansamle. The tender falls under the 'services' category and is in the 'award' stage. The deadline for submissions was on January 8, 2024. The buying organisation's contact person is Emma Lane, reachable at +44 02921501375 or via email at emma.lane@wales.nhs.uk. The organisation is located in Cardiff, UK.

This tender for replacing PLCs at Lavatec Presses offers a growth opportunity for businesses experienced in installing and upgrading hardware and software systems. Companies specialising in automation and industrial equipment are well-suited to bid for this contract. The procurement process is open, allowing a diverse range of businesses to participate. The successful bidder will need to demonstrate expertise in implementing integrated touch screen panels, modern PLCs, and sophisticated software systems to optimise machine performance and enhance operational control.

## Notice

The NWSSP All Wales Laundry Service invites qualified and experienced contractors to submit a tender The work required for the 3 Lavatec Presses are:Hardware Upgrade consisting of:* Replacement panel in the form of an integrated colour touch screen panel.* Replacement of existing PLC for modern equivalent compatible with existing machine.* Installation of the board, which must include digital inputs/outputs, analogue outputs, capable ofcontrolling the main drive, OPC-UA Interface, USB Port for Data Transfer, Powerlink & X2X interface,interface to existing machine.* OPCUA interface for communication with external machines (controls)* and/or for data logging systems or operational control systems.* CE & UL - conformity according to the latest regulations on all hardware supplied.* Installation of a management module and a 4G modem with sim card to allow online supportSoftware Upgrade consisting of:* Software package which is compatible with the new hardware on the press and can optimise the machineperformance.* Software must be able to hold a sufficient number of press programs which are sufficient for the laundryneeds.* The software must interface with the rest of the machines in the production process, such as the CBW,Monorail system, shuttle, and Dryers.* Must show any faults that occur on the press* Have the ability to interface to other equipment to run machine reports.* Must interface with the on board modem to allow online support.Outputs Required:-All the press hardware and software must be successfully installed, tested and commissioned for the pressupgrades to be successfully completed.The online support must also be tested before completion of the upgrades.The successful bidder will need to provide a detailed project plan that will highlight delivery andimplementation timeframes.The bidder will need to provide the architectural specifications of how your network speaks to routerThe 4g router must be able to support two sim cards for in the event of a failure.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Sell2Wales |
| Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=137156 |
| Notice type | S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Mar 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Dec 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Feb 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £37,746 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Not specified |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST) |
| Locality | ST ASAPH |
| Post town | Llandudno |
| Postcode | LL17 0JL |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
| Local authority | Cardiff |
| Electoral ward | Heath |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THIELEN AUTOMATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 39300000 - Miscellaneous equipment

## Release History

- 7 Mar 2024 at 10:49 - Award - S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=137156
- 8 Dec 2023 at 14:42 - Tender - S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=137156

## Notice URLs

- http://nwssp.nhs.wales/ourservices/procurement-services/
- https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/home.html
- https://www.thielen-automation.com

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