WBS-ITT-63315-MAINTENANCE, SERVICE AND CALIBRATION OF PIPETTES WITHIN WELSH BLOOD SERVICE TRUST
The contract covers comprehensive inspection, maintenance, repair and calibration of all pipettes used by Welsh Blood Services within Velindre University NHS Trust. Velindre University NHS Trust is an NHS organisation, and Welsh Blood Services is its operational division responsible for collecting, testing and supplying blood, platelets and bone marrow to hospitals across Wales. The supplier will be expected to maintain pipette performance and provide servicing, repairs and calibration across the Trust’s pipette inventory, with the detailed scope set out in the invitation to tender. The contract value is not stated; its initial duration is not specified, but it includes an option to extend for two years in annual increments. Delivery locations are not separately specified, although the equipment is used within Welsh Blood Services and supports hospitals across Wales. The critical qualification requirement is that the contractor must be highly qualified and experienced in pipette maintenance, repair and calibration.
Buyer: Velindre University NHS Trust. Source: Find a Tender. Updated 23 Sept 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £77.4k
- Bids close: 26 Oct 2026
- Location: Wales, Central Valleys
- Procedure: Below threshold - open competition
- Contract period: 1 Dec 2026 to 30 Nov 2029
- Category: Repair and maintenance services (50000000)
From the official notice
Welsh Blood Services are looking to engage a highly qualified and experienced contractor to deliver comprehensive maintenance and repair services for pipettes within Welsh Blood Service Trust. This includes the inspection, maintenance, repair and calibration of all pipettes used within WBS. Welsh Blood Service (WBS) Trust is an operational division of the Velindre University NHS Trust that collects, tests, and supplies blood, platelets, and bone marrow for hospitals across Wales. Invitation to quote or tender will be accepted in Welsh as well as English. However, please note that tender responses submitted in Welsh will be translated by the trust into English before consideration. Those involved in translating the document will be barred from taking decisions on awarding tenders. Full details outlining the scope of the works are contained within the eTender Wales invitation to Tender. The tender will be awarded to the most economically advantageous tender based on 40% quality and 60% cost as detailed in the ITT document. Please note that the tender closing date is 26/10/2026 at midday and any late submissions will not be considered. The eTenderwales bravosolution ref:project_63315 and itt_127549. Please direct all queries relating to this tender via the messaging function of the Bravo portal. More details can be found at https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/esop/toolkit/dashboard/dashboard.do?_ncp=1790164695554.920647-1
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 26 Oct 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £77.4k.
Who can apply?
Any supplier that meets the buyer's requirements can apply. Check the official notice for conditions.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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