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The Procurement of Blood Plasma Freezers for the Welsh Blood Service

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

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

10 Oct 2025 at 14:50

Tender

21 Aug 2025 at 15:04

Planning

06 Aug 2025 at 15:07

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, has completed the procurement process for the acquisition of Blood Plasma Freezers for the Welsh Blood Service. This competitive process, conducted under the open procurement method, entailed a below-threshold open competition and culminated in the award of the contract to ICS Cool Energy Limited on 9th October 2025. Located in Nantgarw, Wales, the buying organisation has adhered to Welsh devolved regulations throughout the process. The procurement, classified under the industry category of medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products, sets an active contract period from 9th October 2025 to 9th December 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those in the field of supplying high-quality medical equipment. Companies specialising in medical supplies, especially those capable of providing plasma freezers, will find notable growth potential in engaging with such public sector contracts. The process is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their client base within the public healthcare sector. Winning this contract requires compliance with rigorous standards and the ability to maintain regular communication and proactive management of any operational issues, making it ideal for established firms that fulfil these criteria.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Procurement of Blood Plasma Freezers for the Welsh Blood Service

Notice Description

This notice if for the award of contract WBS-ITT-59973 to ICS Cool Energy Limited following the completion of the 8 working day standstill period.

Planning Information

Velindre University Health Board are in the process of understand the different solutions the market can provide which will meet the requirements of the trust.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0582c5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064300-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£61,620 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Oct 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
20 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
8 Oct 20252 months ago
Contract Period
8 Oct 2025 - 9 Dec 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)
Contact Name
Sian Evans, Will John
Contact Email
sian.evans16@wales.nhs.uk, will.john@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+442921501556, +442921501739

Buyer Location

Locality
NANTGARW
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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ICS COOL ENERGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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