Planning

Integrated Structured Clinical Examinations Hire

CARDIFF UNIVERSITY

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Planning

22 Apr 2025 at 14:04

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Cardiff University plans to conduct an open procurement process for the provision of Integrated Structured Clinical Examinations (ISCE) POD hire, aimed at supporting the assessments of undergraduate medical students in their MBBCh course. As a sub-central government public authority operating under Welsh devolved regulations, Cardiff University seeks to establish a contract by inviting suppliers to bid for this below-threshold competition in the goods category, specifically under the CPV classification 39154000 for exhibition equipment. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with key deadlines, including the end of the tender submission period on 20 June 2025, and the end of the enquiry period on 13 June 2025. The contract is expected to commence on 2 February 2026 and may be renewable up to 1 February 2030.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in exhibition equipment and services tailored for academic or clinical settings to expand their market presence and collaborate with a prestigious educational institution. The suitability criteria indicate a preference for participation from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs), making this an attractive opportunity for these entities to gain a foothold in the education sector. Companies equipped to deliver technically precise and innovative solutions conducive to practical academic assessments could find this procurement particularly advantageous for business growth. With electronic submissions allowed, interested businesses are urged to prepare their proposals to meet the specified requirements and deadlines.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Integrated Structured Clinical Examinations Hire

Notice Description

The objective of this procurement is to establish a single supplier for POD Hire. This service is essential for the practical assessments, specifically the Integrated Structured Clinical Examinations (ISCEs), conducted for undergraduate medical students enrolled in the MBBCh course. The ISCE is an assessment of clinical competence and professional ability. It tests students' ability to communicate and perform a range of clinical examinations and related technical skills in an integrated fashion.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Possible extension for 2 * 12 months

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0505bf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016283-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

CPV Codes

39154000 - Exhibition equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
6 Jun 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 1 Feb 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CARDIFF UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Anna Rogala
Contact Email
rogalaa@cardiff.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF24 4HQ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Cathays
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Further Information

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