Planning

Procurement of Systemic Anti Cancer Therapy (SACT) Chairs

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

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Planning

10 Nov 2025 at 15:51

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, is initiating a procurement process for the "Procurement of Systemic Anti Cancer Therapy (SACT) Chairs." Currently in the planning stage, this process invites suppliers to engage through a market engagement notice published on 10th November 2025. Located in Cardiff, the organisation seeks to gather information on products that align with their clinical and ergonomic requirements for SACT delivery environments. Suppliers interested in sharing details about specifications, certifications, and potential cost frameworks should contact Sian Evans by 31st December 2025. The procurement is classified under the medical equipment and furniture categories, with key legislative backing by UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the production and supply of medical furniture, especially those focusing on ergonomic design and patient comfort. It is particularly conducive for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) due to its suitability criteria, offering a chance to fill a niche for high-quality, adjustable SACT chairs. Companies that can deliver cost-effective, innovative solutions with compliance to infection prevention will likely position themselves as competitive candidates. The contract period is projected to commence on 3rd August 2026, fostering long-term business growth in the medical equipment sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Procurement of Systemic Anti Cancer Therapy (SACT) Chairs

Notice Description

Velindre NHS Trust is seeking to engage with suppliers in advance of a potential procurement for the provision of SACT chairs. The purpose of this notice is to inform the market and invite interested suppliers to provide information on available products that meet the clinical, ergonomic, and operational needs of SACT delivery environments. The organisation is exploring options for SACT chairs that offer; high level of patient comfort for extended treatment durations, ergonomic and adjustable features, compliant with infection prevention and control and a modern aesthetic design. The aim is to ensure best quality, competitive prices and top rated materials and design while supporting a positive patient and staff experience. Suppliers are invited to share information on available products, specifications, certifications, and potential cost frameworks. Suppliers wishing to express interest or provide information should contact: Sian Evans (Procurement Assistant) Velindre NHS Trust Email: Sian.Evans16@wales.nhs.uk

Planning Information

Suppliers are invited to share information on available products, specifications, certifications, and potential cost frameworks. Suppliers wishing to express interest or provide information should contact: Sian Evans (Procurement Assistant) Velindre NHS Trust Email: Sian.Evans16@wales.nhs.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ddfa
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072515-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

CPV Codes

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

39000000 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
12 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 1 Apr 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
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
Sian Head
Contact Email
sian.head2@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+442921500639

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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