Planning

Frozen Food

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

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Planning

23 May 2025 at 12:41

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the supply of frozen food items. This contract, primarily targeting the food and beverage industry, aims to meet the dietary needs of both patient and retail environments. It includes the provision of freshly prepared sandwiches and various food-to-go products such as salads, pasta, fruit pots, and chilled snacks. The procurement is structured as a goods category and exceeds the threshold for public procurement. Based in Cardiff, United Kingdom, the project’s delivery is slated to begin on 1st August 2026 and extend until 31st July 2029, with a possible renewal period extending to 31st July 2030. The procurement opportunity is governed by the legal standards set in the UK Public General Acts 2023/54.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the food supply industry, especially those equipped to handle ready-to-eat food production and distribution. With its focus on freshly prepared and health-oriented products, companies that can assure consistent quality and timely delivery stand to benefit. The procurement also considers the suitability for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), enhancing competitive participation among diverse suppliers. Participating businesses can leverage this procurement process to expand their market reach within the public sector and establish long-term relations with NHS Wales, fostering potential growth and stability in their operations.

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Notice Title

Frozen Food

Notice Description

This service involves the supply of ready-to-eat food items, specifically tailored to meet the needs of both patient and retail environments. It includes the daily provision of freshly prepared sandwiches and a range of associated food-to-go products such as pre-made salads, pasta pots, fruit pots, wraps, and other chilled snack options.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05229f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026356-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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 Jul 20265 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)
Contact Name
Joseph Healey
Contact Email
joseph.healey@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+441443848585

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF15 7QZ
Post Town
Cardiff
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
TLL Wales

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

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