Scope
Reference
CAV-DIR (25-26) 134
Description
To ensure uninterrupted availability, these kits are managed through the Helix cabinet reordering system—an automated inventory solution that monitors stock levels and facilitates real-time replenishment. This system helps prevent delays or disruptions to clinical operations.The Promega kits are uniquely validated for use with the Maxwell RSC instruments currently deployed across AWMGS laboratories. This validation guarantees that the kits meet the rigorous performance and quality standards required for clinical diagnostics. Due to this specific compatibility, no alternative supplier can provide products that meet the same technical and regulatory specifications.This exclusivity forms the basis of the procurement decision, ensuring continuity of service and compliance with clinical standards. By continuing to source these validated kits, AWMGS safeguards the accuracy, reliability, and regulatory compliance of its genomic testing services—supporting timely and effective patient care.
Contract 1. Provision of DNA Maxwell Kits
Supplier
Contract value
- £401,048 excluding VAT
- £481,263 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Award decision date
3 November 2025
Standstill period
- End: 20 November 2025
- 8 working days
Earliest date the contract will be signed
24 November 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2028
- 3 years
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 33696500 - Laboratory reagents
Contract locations
- UKL22 - Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Procedure
Procedure type
Direct award
Supplier
Promega UK LTD
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXJY-2454-CZWD
2 Benham Road
Hampshire
SO16 7QJ
United Kingdom
Email: robert.bell@promega.com
Region: UKJ36 - Central Hampshire
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1. Provision of DNA Maxwell Kits
Contracting authority
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PPPR-7969-BTJG
Woodland House, Maes-y-Coed Road
Cardiff
CF14 4HH
United Kingdom
Email: nicola.williams33@wales.nhs.uk
Website: http://nwssp.nhs.wales/ourservices/procurement-services/
Region: UKL22 - Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales
Other organisation
These organisations are carrying out the procurement, or part of it, on behalf of the contracting authorities.
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)
Summary of their role in this procurement: The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP) plays a vital role in supporting NHS Wales by delivering a wide range of professional, technical, and administrative services. It is hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, which means Velindre provides the governance and infrastructure to support NWSSP's operations, but NWSSP itself serves all NHS organisations across Wales.
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXWV-6492-CGMN
4-5 Charnwood Court
Cardiff
CF15 7QZ
United Kingdom
Region: UKL15 - Central Valleys