Planning

Frozen Meals and Desserts

NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)

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Planning

23 May 2025 at 12:29

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services focuses on the provision of "Frozen Meals and Desserts," including specialised meals aligned with the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a pipeline notice published on 23rd May 2025. The contract is set to commence on 1st December 2025 and will span until 30th November 2028, with a possible extension until 30th November 2029. The contract notice is scheduled to be communicated by 1st August 2025. This procurement, categorised under 'Food, beverages, tobacco and related products,' targets suppliers located in Wales (region UKL) and involves a framework agreement. It is above-threshold and subject to Welsh devolved regulations. The buying organisation is hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust and is situated in Cardiff, United Kingdom. The main procurement category is goods, and it is well-suited for SMEs.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the food and beverage industry, particularly those specialising in ready-prepared frozen food products. Companies capable of supplying single and multiportion servings, as well as catering to specialised dietary needs, will find this contract advantageous for business growth. Businesses familiar with public sector regulations, and those able to engage in framework agreements, will be well-positioned to compete successfully. The inclusion of SMEs in the suitability criteria further underscores the accessibility of this opportunity for smaller enterprises, creating potential for establishing long-term business relationships with the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Frozen Meals and Desserts

Notice Description

For the provision of pre-prepared frozen ready meals and desserts including International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) meals. These include both single portion and multiportion products.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052290
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026338-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

CPV Codes

15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2028 3-4 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
NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)
Contact Name
Kristian Smith
Contact Email
kristian.smith@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF14 3UZ
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
TLL Wales
Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Gabalfa
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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