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Electronic Test Requesting Bags and Labels

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Buyer Address: Woodland House Maes Y Coed Road, Cardiff, UKL22, CF14 4HH, United Kingdom

Contact Email: ben.evans4@wales.nhs.uk

Buyer Name: NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)

Buyer Address: 4-5 Charnwood Court Heol Billingsley, Cardiff, UKL15, CF15 7QZ, United Kingdom

Contact Email: Corporate.Services2@wales.nhs.uk

Status
complete
Procedure
direct
Value
162367.41 GBP
Published
05 Dec 2025, 13:43
Deadline
n/a
Contract Start
18 Dec 2025, 00:00
Contract End
17 Dec 2028, 23:59
Category
n/a
CPV
33141610 - Collection bag
Region
n/a
Awarded To
Jones & Brooks, Limited
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

Description

Cardiff and Vale University Health board intends to award a contract for the supply of Electronic Test Requesting Bags and Labels to the support the GP Test Requesting and Results Reporting Service, which is integrated with TrakCare LIMS. These products are essential for pathology specimen handling and continuity of service across the Health Board. The award will be made to Jones& Brooks Limited as a direct award under the procurement Act 2023 due to the supplier's unique ability to meet the Health's Board technical and operational requirements without disruption to patient care.

Linked Documents

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Opportunity Context

Lots

Lot 1 Status: complete

Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes

Documents

Document Description: Not published

Awards

Award Title: Electronic Test Requesting Bags and Labels

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