Summary
- OCID:
- ocds-kuma6s-166379
- Published by:
- NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)
- Authority ID:
- AA0221
- Publication date:
- 11 June 2026
- Deadline date:
- -
- Notice type:
- Contract Award Notice
- Has documents:
- No
- Has SPD:
- No
- Has Carbon Reduction Plan:
- No
Abstract
In addition to the clinical patient workload, the department is required to perform leak testing of sealed sources used for quality assurance purposes. The gamma counter is also used to perform these measurements. The department currently use a single sample well counter. This includes manual
initiation of the count and manual decay correction calculations, both of which introduce potential for human error. These errors can affect the accuracy and reliability of the final results. The gamma counter is well past its recommended working life, and has limited internal and external technical support, making troubleshooting increasingly difficult. It is also inefficient and unergonomic when
compared to modern technologies.
In comparison to modern multi-sample or automated gamma counter technology, the current system is inefficient and no longer meets the practical or technical needs of the department. Upgrading to a modern solution would not only improve accuracy and reliability but also enhance workflow efficiency. Health Inspectorate Wales have also recommended for modernisation of the existing equipment during
a recent inspection (inspection Oct 2024, report issued Jan 2025).
Failure of the gamma counter would have substantial impact to clinical oncology and nephrology services within the South East Wales region.
Full notice text
CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE – NATIONAL
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1 Authority Details
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1.1
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Authority Name and Address
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NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust) |
4-5 Charnwood Court,, Heol Billingsley, Parc Nantgarw, |
Cardiff |
CF15 7QZ |
UK |
Sarah Yellen |
+44 2921501500 |
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| http://nwssp.nhs.wales/ourservices/procurement-services/ |
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2 Contract Details
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2.1
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Title
Capital Purchase of Replacement Gamma Counter
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2.2
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Description of the contract
In addition to the clinical patient workload, the department is required to perform leak testing of sealed sources used for quality assurance purposes. The gamma counter is also used to perform these measurements. The department currently use a single sample well counter. This includes manual
initiation of the count and manual decay correction calculations, both of which introduce potential for human error. These errors can affect the accuracy and reliability of the final results. The gamma counter is well past its recommended working life, and has limited internal and external technical support, making troubleshooting increasingly difficult. It is also inefficient and unergonomic when
compared to modern technologies.
In comparison to modern multi-sample or automated gamma counter technology, the current system is inefficient and no longer meets the practical or technical needs of the department. Upgrading to a modern solution would not only improve accuracy and reliability but also enhance workflow efficiency. Health Inspectorate Wales have also recommended for modernisation of the existing equipment during
a recent inspection (inspection Oct 2024, report issued Jan 2025).
Failure of the gamma counter would have substantial impact to clinical oncology and nephrology services within the South East Wales region.
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2.3
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Notice Coding and Classification
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38430000 |
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Detection and analysis apparatus |
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1022 |
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Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
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2.4
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Estimated Total Value59924.69 GBP |
3 Procedure
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3.1
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Type of ProcedureSingle stage |
4 Award of Contract
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4.1
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Successful Bidders
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4.1.1
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Name and Address of successful supplier, contractor or service provider
PO 726863046 QUOTATION Q-125728
Revvity (Uk) Limited |
Llantrisant Business Park, Llantrisant, |
Pontyclun |
CF728YW |
UK |
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| https://www.revvity.com |
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5 Other Information
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5.1
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Reference number attributed to the notice by the contracting authority
CAV-DCO (25-26) 282
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5.2
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Date of Contract Award 30-03-2026 |
5.3
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Number of tenders received
1
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5.4
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Other Information
The procurement was completed via a Direct Award Process against the NHS Supply Chain Framework for Laboratory Diagnostics, Point of Care Testing and Pathology Framework - Ref 2023/S 000-028831. The quotation received was validated and agreed, The NHSSC Framework was awarded under PCR2015
(WA Ref:166379)
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Additional DocumentationN/a |
5.6
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Publication date of this notice: 11-06-2026 |
Coding
Commodity categories
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Title
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Parent category
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| 38430000 |
Detection and analysis apparatus |
Instruments for checking physical characteristics |
Delivery locations
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Description
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| 1022 |
Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
Alert region restrictions
The buyer has restricted the alert for this notice to suppliers based in the following regions.
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Description
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There are no alert restrictions for this notice.
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About the buyer
- Main contact:
- N/a
- Admin contact:
- N/a
- Technical contact:
- N/a
- Other contact:
- N/a
Further information
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