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SSP-FTS-60006 - Material Handling Equipment Lease, Hire and Maintenance

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

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

04 Feb 2026 at 15:43

Planning

02 Oct 2025 at 11:37

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, is engaged in an open tendering process for the lease, hire, and maintenance of Material Handling Equipment (MHE). This procurement, titled "SSP-FTS-60006 - Material Handling Equipment Lease, Hire and Maintenance," is within the goods category and relates to public authority central government under Welsh devolved regulations. The procurement process targets several locations in Wales, specifically Denbigh, Bridgend, Picketston, and Newport. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 5th March 2026, followed by the award period concluding on 13th March 2026. The contract begins on 1st April 2026, extending into 2029, with potential for two additional one-year extensions.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities particularly suitable for suppliers capable of delivering consistent quality in equipment leasing and maintenance services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find this tender aligns well with their operational strengths, especially those specialising in forklifts, pallet trucks, lift tables, and related services. With a focus on standardisation and business continuity, the awarded supplier will benefit from securing a broad and long-term engagement with NHS Wales, potentially expanding their reach within the public sector. The open procedure allows competitive participation, offering a robust avenue for companies aiming to enhance their market presence in the public procurement sector underpinned by critical infrastructure services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SSP-FTS-60006 - Material Handling Equipment Lease, Hire and Maintenance

Notice Description

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP) - Procurement Services, on behalf of NWSSP - Supply Chain, Logistics and Transport (Velindre NHS Trust), are seeking a supplier for the lease, hire and maintenance of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) to support operations at the four regional Supply Chain Warehouses in Denbigh, Bridgend, Picketston and Newport (NDC). The contract will operate on an initial three (3) year term with two (2) optional one (1) year extensions. This model provides commercial flexibility while supporting long-term operational continuity and equipment lifecycle management. The scope includes the provision and servicing of MHE such as forklifts, pallet trucks, lift tables and related equipment. The contract will be awarded to a single supplier, ensuring consistency of service, standardisation across the regional network and robust business continuity for NWSSP.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The Authority reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to purchase optional additional services under the Contract, including but not limited to: Operator and refresher training relating to the safe and effective use of Material Handling Equipment (MHE); Service and maintenance support for Authority-owned MHE; and Any associated ancillary services that are consistent with the scope of the Contract. Any such optional services will be commissioned only where the Authority considers them to be operationally or commercially advantageous. Inclusion of these options does not commit the Authority to purchase them and no guarantee of volume or spend is given.

Renewal: Two (2) optional one (1) year extensions at the Organisations discretion.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a6b1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010112-2026
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

42 - Industrial machinery

50 - Repair and maintenance services

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

42400000 - Lifting and handling equipment and parts

50530000 - Repair and maintenance services of machinery

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,040,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,040,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
5 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
1 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2030-11-01

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)
Contact Name
Phil Jones
Contact Email
philip.jones12@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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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