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Value
£25k
Closes
26 Oct 2026 (11 days)
Where
Wales
Lots
1
Suitable for SMEs
Yes, says the buyer
Contract
1 Dec 2026 – 28 Feb 2027

In plain English

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership wants a contractor to replace the Programmable Logic Controller and software controlling the Continuous Batch Washer at the Llansamlet Laundry Production Unit in Swansea, including survey, supply, installation, integration, commissioning and staff training. Work must be completed outside normal production hours, with everything finished and accepted by 28 February 2027.

Good fit for: Specialist industrial automation or PLC control-systems contractors with experience in production-critical environments.

The catch (with the notice's own words):
  • Must show relevant technical experience in PLC systems and industrial automation Contractors must demonstrate relevant technical capability and experience in industrial automation, PLC systems, and operationally critical production environments.
  • Work must be done outside normal production hours All works must be completed outside normal production hours to ensure no disruption to laundry operations.

Written with AI from the official notice. Check the notice before relying on it.

What the buyer 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 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.

Procedure: Below threshold - open competition (Open: anyone can bid (a lower-value contract with lighter rules)). Published 30 Sep 2026.

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