Planning

Regional Outsourcing Cataracts

ANEURIN BEVAN UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD

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Planning

22 May 2025 at 10:01

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is initiated by the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, in coordination with NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, aimed at outsourcing cataract services on a regional level. The title of the tender is "Regional Outsourcing Cataracts," targeting the ophthalmologist services industry. This is a planned procurement notice under the legal framework of the UKPGA 2023/54, with a total estimated contract value of £40 million. The buyers are public authorities operating within sub-central government under Welsh devolved regulations. The tender covers multiple regions across the United Kingdom, including UKL15, UKL16, UKL17, UKL21, and UKL22. The procurement stage is currently in planning, with intention to commence the contract from 1st July 2025, running until 31st March 2026, and with the provision for renewal up to 31st March 2027. Key dates include the future notice date set for 29th May 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to the contract's suitability for these types of entities. By participating in this procurement process, businesses have a chance to secure substantial service contracts within the NHS framework, enhancing their market presence and expertise in delivering ophthalmologist services. Companies with experience or specialisation in medical services, particularly those focusing on ophthalmology, will find this tender particularly aligned with their capabilities and growth strategies. The procurement is being conducted through a mini-competition off the All Wales Insourcing/Outsourcing Framework, encouraging innovative solutions and competitive pricing from potential bidders.

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Notice Title

Regional Outsourcing Cataracts

Notice Description

Regional Outsourcing Cataracts for Aneurin Bevan, Cwm Taff and Cardiff and Vale University Health Boards. This will be a mini competition off the All Wales Insourcing / Outsourcing Framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051d02
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024597-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85121281 - Ophthalmologist services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
29 May 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ANEURIN BEVAN UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
Additional Buyers

NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP

Contact Name
Miss Katy Leanne Jones
Contact Email
katy.jones3@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWPORT
Postcode
NP18 3QX
Post Town
Newport
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL15 Central Valleys, TLL16 Gwent Valleys, TLL17 Bridgend and Neath Port Talbot, TLL21 Monmouthshire and Newport, TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan

Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Taff's Well
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

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