Planning

Walking Aids

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

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Planning

23 May 2025 at 14:52

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services is currently in the planning stage for the procurement of walking aids, including elbow crutches, walking frames, and paediatric walking aids, under a contract titled "Walking Aids." This process is governed by Welsh devolved regulations as part of the UK's central government procedures, with a framework agreement anticipated. The procurement falls under the industry category of medical equipment and aims to address the needs across the entire region of the United Kingdom. Important upcoming dates include a future notice planned for 1 June 2026, and the actual contract period extending from 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2031, highlighting long-term supply opportunities for potential suppliers.

This procurement presents substantial business growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in medical equipment and personal care products. With a gross value of £4,400,000, businesses that supply high-quality and diverse walking aids could expand their reach and bolster their portfolio on a national scale. Well-suited companies are those experienced with or equipped to manage framework agreements, ensuring continuity of supply and adherence to regulatory standards. As the contracting authority, NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership provides a robust platform for firms looking to deepen their engagement within the healthcare and public sector market in Wales and beyond.

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Notice Title

Walking Aids

Notice Description

This All Wales contract will be for the the provision of Walking Aids including: Elbow Crutches Walking Frames Hemi Walkers Walking Sticks Four Wheeled Rollators Paediatric Walking Aids

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05240c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026813-2025
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

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,600,000 £1M-£10M
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 Jun 20264 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2031 Over 5 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
Rhodri Poacher
Contact Email
rhodri.poacher@btinternet.com
Contact Phone
02921 500654

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF14 4HH
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
Heath
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

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