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Inspection and Testing of Uninterruptable Power Supplies (UPS)

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

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26 Feb 2026 at 16:24

Award

24 Feb 2026 at 14:12

Award

16 Feb 2026 at 16:02

Tender

17 Sep 2025 at 16:00

Planning

15 Sep 2025 at 14:29

Summary of the contracting process

A contract for the inspection and testing of Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) is being established by the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust. This initiative by the Cardiff and Vale University Health Board covers multiple prominent sites, including University Hospital Wales, Llandough Hospital, Barry Hospital, Whitchurch, and Cardiff Royal Infirmary, aiming to ensure optimal performance and maintenance of energy management systems across these locations. The procurement activity has progressed through the planning and tender stages, culminating in the award phase as of 16th February 2026, with the contract set to commence on 1st March 2026 and expected to run until 28th February 2029. A key feature of this contract allows for extension in annual renewals up to 2031, ensuring longevity and continuity in achieving energy-efficient operations.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in energy management services, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) familiar with maintenance of complex systems requiring regular inspections and monitoring. With an open procedure, SMEs are encouraged to participate and compete, showcasing their technical expertise and ability to deliver quality energy management solutions across a diverse range of healthcare facilities. The procurement method favours a balance of quality and commercial considerations, setting the stage for contractors adept at delivering robust energy solutions and achieving sustainability objectives.

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Notice Title

Inspection and Testing of Uninterruptable Power Supplies (UPS)

Notice Description

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board (CAVUHB) provides health services to a population of around 472,400 people living within Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan. To ensure the smooth running of CAVUHB's operations, they require Surveying and Maintenance of the Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS). This ensures continued supply of power for life serving support such as critical care beds, theatres, x-ray, CT scanners and emergency lighting in the case of emergency. The contract will involve 6 monthly surveying of the power supply to ensure all equipment is in working order. Remedial work is then to be picked up should any issues arise CAVUHB posted an open FTS tender on the 15th October for this opportunity. The evaluation of the responses received has now concluded and CAVUHB are in a position to award this contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059a77
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017559-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

65 - Public utilities

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

65300000 - Electricity distribution and related services

71314200 - Energy-management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£2,612,208 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£533,497 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
16 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
16 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Heath
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

KENDRA ENERGY SOLUTIONS

POWER CONTROL

Further Information

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