Tender

Asset investment management service

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

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

06 Nov 2025 at 16:55

Planning

31 Oct 2025 at 15:07

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, is initiating a tender for an "Asset Investment Management Service" in Cardiff, UK. This tender, under the healthcare services industry category, aims to partner with an investment management firm to handle the portfolio of Cardiff and Vale University Health Board Charity. Operating within Welsh devolved regulations, this open procurement method invites competition below threshold with a focus on portfolio management services. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with enquiries ending on 5th December 2025 and the final submission due by 12th December 2025. The contract is set to commence on 26th January 2026, lasting until 25th January 2029, with potential for a one-year extension.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for firms operating within financial management, particularly those with experience in managing health sector investments and a strong understanding of ethical investment strategies. Suitable businesses will have the capacity to manage medium-risk portfolios, aiming for balanced capital growth and income within specified ethical guidelines. The contract's emphasis on ESG integration and digital reporting aligns with current industry trends, offering the prospect of bolstering business growth through enhanced service capabilities and broadening the client portfolio. Engaging in this tender allows businesses to establish a strong foothold in the public health sector, leveraging their expertise to support strategic investment objectives for a substantial healthcare charity, valued at over £5 million.

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Notice Title

Asset investment management service

Notice Description

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest and most complex healthcare organisations in Wales, serving a population of approximately 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan. As part of NHS Wales, the Health Board provides a full range of local and specialist health services, including primary care, community services, hospital-based acute care, and highly specialised tertiary services. The Charity exists to enhance the experience and well-being of patients, staff, and visitors by funding projects and initiatives that go beyond the scope of NHS funding. The Health Charity manages over 300 individual funds supporting equipment, research, treatment, and patient care, enabling donations to be directed to specific areas and projects that reflect donors' wishes. This structure ensures that charitable contributions are used effectively to support work and services that are over and above what core NHS funding provides. This includes investment in medical equipment, staff training and development, research, patient comforts, and the improvement of hospital and healthcare environments. Cardiff & Vale University Health Board Charity is seeking to partner with a contractor to provide Investment Management Services. The charity will utilise professional investment managers to support the active implementation of its investment policy. The Charity's assets are held in financial investments (shares, equity instruments, and cash), in line with ethical restrictions and the risk profile of the Charity. The Charity's current portfolio risk is appropriate for our medium risk tolerance approach. This risk is consistent with holdings of between 45 - 65% equities. The Charity's objective is balanced, aiming to generate both capital growth and income. It is the responsibility of the appointed investment manager to ensure that the portfolio is invested and maintained in accordance with the requirements set out in the Charity's Investment Policy Statement. The Charity's financial assets should be managed to yield the strongest possible financial return within the level of risk considered to be acceptable. The return will be utilised to support the Charity's aims and objectives. In terms of the current portfolio, the Charity's investment portfolio had a market value of PS5.452 million as of 30th September 2025 and the portfolio is broken down over various sectors. The appointed provider will be required to manage the Charity's funds in full compliance with the Charity Commission's guidance and legal obligations applicable to NHS Charities. Current restrictions and requirements related to ethical and sector-based exclusions are outlined in the Charity's approved Investment Strategy

Planning Information

Preliminary market scanning identified several FCA-regulated firms with established NHS charity portfolios. Feedback indicates strong competition in this market segment and increasing emphasis on ESG integration and digital reporting capabilities.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d836
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071797-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services


CPV Codes

66140000 - Portfolio management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£141,900 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£141,900 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
3 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Jan 2026 - 25 Jan 2029 3-4 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
NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)
Contact Name
Gracie Westlake
Contact Email
gracie.westlake@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+442921500801

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF14 3UZ
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
Gabalfa
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

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