Tender

WBS-FTS-60323 - Mobile Donation Clinics (MDCs) for Welsh Blood Service

VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

17 Mar 2026 at 13:20

Planning

29 Aug 2025 at 15:28

Summary of the contracting process

Velindre University NHS Trust has initiated a tender process through the Welsh Blood Service (WBS) for the procurement of two Mobile Donation Clinics (MDCs), along with associated equipment, to enhance the delivery of community blood donation services across Wales. This active procurement is at the tender stage and adopts an open procedure method, inviting suppliers to submit proposals. The tender focuses on the transport equipment and auxiliary products industry category, with delivery across the UK region. Key dates for submission include the enquiry period ending on 9th April 2026, tender submission by 13th April 2026, and an anticipated award decision by 11th May 2026. The contract, valued at £1,255,857, also offers potential renewal options, extending the contract period until 2029, subject to Welsh Government approval.

This tender presents substantial business opportunities for companies specialising in transport equipment manufacturing, particularly those capable of delivering high-quality bespoke mobile clinics and support vehicles. The focus on both technical quality (60%) and commercial cost (40%) as award criteria suggests that businesses with competitive pricing combined with advanced technical capabilities will be well-suited to compete. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, as the procurement explicitly supports their suitability. Suppliers with previous experience in fulfilling similar contracts and those who can accommodate the logistical demands across the UK would find this opportunity advantageous for business growth and development in the healthcare sector. Participation in supplier engagement sessions further opens doors for firms to display their proficiency and align with the project's requirements.

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Notice Title

WBS-FTS-60323 - Mobile Donation Clinics (MDCs) for Welsh Blood Service

Notice Description

Velindre University NHS Trust, through the Welsh Blood Service (WBS), requires the design, manufacture, supply, delivery and commissioning of two (2) Mobile Donation Clinics (MDCs), together with associated equipment and optional ancillary elements, to support the continued delivery of community blood donation services across Wales.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract includes an option to extend for up to twelve (12) months solely to allow additional time for completion of the builds in the event of delivery delays, subject to Welsh Government approval. The extension carries no additional financial value and does not provide for the commissioning of any additional units.

Planning Information

The Welsh Blood Service (WBS) will shortly be going out to tender for new mobile blood donation units with generators and support vehicles. The requirement will be phased over the financial years 26/27 and 27/28. Ahead of publishing the formal tender opportunity, WBS would like to invite suppliers to participate in a supplier engagement exercise. The purpose of these sessions is to: • Provide a brief overview of the upcoming requirement. • Offer suppliers the opportunity to showcase relevant experience and capabilities. • Allow WBS to better understand market capacity and any potential delivery challenges. Format: A short virtual session (via MS Teams), including a presentation and discussion, lasting approximately 30–45 minutes per supplier. Available Dates and Times: • Wednesday 17th September 25 – 1:00–1:45pm | 2:00–2:45pm | 3:00–3:45pm • Thursday 18th September 25 – 1:00–1:45pm | 2:00–2:45pm | 3:00–3:45pm • Friday 19th September 25 – 1:00–1:45pm | 2:00–2:45pm | 3:00–3:45pm • Wednesday 24th September 25 – 1:00–1:45pm | 2:00–2:45pm | 3:00–3:45pm • Thursday 25th September 25 – 1:00–1:45pm | 2:00–2:45pm | 3:00–3:45pm • Friday 26th September 25 – 1:00–1:45pm | 2:00–2:45pm | 3:00–3:45pm Next Steps: If you wish to participate, please confirm your interest by emailing philip.jones12@wales.nhs.uk no later than 5:00pm on Friday the 5th of September 2025. Please include in your email at least two preferred date and time slots from those listed above and we will do our best to accommodate your availability. Please note: This is a pre market engagement session. No commercial information, pricing or commitments will be requested or shared at this stage. The formal opportunity will be published via eTenderWales in due course.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0590d2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024053-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,046,547 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,046,547 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
27 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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