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Laundry Replacement of the PLC Controlling

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust) · NHS and health

In brief

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust) is looking for suppliers for construction and electrical work (Wales).

The estimated value is £25,000 excluding VAT.

The contract runs for 3 months, starting 1 December 2026.

The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.

Bids close at 4pm, Monday 26 October 2026.

Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.

Can I win this?

Key dates

Questions by
4pm, Wednesday 21 October 2026
Bids by
4pm, Monday 26 October 2026

How bids are scored

Commercial 60% · Technical 40%

Price matters most. Expect to compete hard on cost.

Competition

Typical: a median of 3 bids per contract for this buyer (from 206 awards in the last 12 months).

What the notice says

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP) All-Wales Laundry Service (AWLS), is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to undertake the replacement of the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and associated software controlling the Continuous Batch Washer (CBW) at Llansamlet Laundry Production Unit, Swansea. The facility processes approximately 35,000 linen items per day, with the CBW playing a critical role in maintaining operational capacity and service continuity. The successful contractor will be required to undertake a full survey and mapping of existing panel I/O and wiring configurations, supply and install a replacement PLC, provide compatible software…Read the full description
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP) All-Wales Laundry Service (AWLS), is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to undertake the replacement of the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and associated software controlling the Continuous Batch Washer (CBW) at Llansamlet Laundry Production Unit, Swansea. The facility processes approximately 35,000 linen items per day, with the CBW playing a critical role in maintaining operational capacity and service continuity. The successful contractor will be required to undertake a full survey and mapping of existing panel I/O and wiring configurations, supply and install a replacement PLC, provide compatible software interfaces, and ensure continued operation of the existing machine and control programmes. The project must also include full integration with associated press PLCs and sorting systems, commissioning of the completed installation, and comprehensive training for on-site personnel. All works must be completed outside normal production hours to ensure no disruption to laundry operations. The Authority requires the complete delivery, installation, commissioning, training, and acceptance of the works by 28 February 2027, with all associated invoicing completed by 31 March 2027. Contractors must demonstrate relevant technical capability and experience in industrial automation, PLC systems, and operationally critical production environments.

Should I bid?

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How to bid

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  2. Register your organisation on the Central Digital Platform (through Find a Tender) if you have not already. Suppliers need to be registered to take part in procurements under the Procurement Act 2023.
  3. Follow the submission instructions in the notice; it does not name an e-tendering portal.
  4. Send clarification questions before 4pm, Wednesday 21 October 2026.
  5. Make sure your bid arrives before 4pm, Monday 26 October 2026. Late bids are usually rejected.

Timeline

  1. Tender notice · UK4, notice 092547-2026

About the buyer

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)Last 12 months

Procurements

655

Awards

430

Suppliers it has used most for construction

  • 2D Building Contractors Ltd2 contracts
  • M&M Medical Ltd2 contracts
  • PJ Saunders limited2 contracts
  • T Richard Jones (Betws) Ltd2 contracts
  • Bect Building Contractors Limited1 contract
All tenders and awards from NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)

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From notice 092547-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 30 September 2026. We last checked for changes on 30 September 2026.