P0154A - Cancer Services Hair Loss Support

HYWEL DDA UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

AwardUpdate

22 May 2026 at 08:39

Award

11 Mar 2026 at 16:26

Award

07 Jan 2026 at 13:49

Tender

26 Nov 2025 at 18:52

Summary of the contracting process

The Hywel Dda University Health Board recently completed the procurement process for a contract titled "P0154A - Cancer Services Hair Loss Support" under the open competition method. This process, aided by NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, aims to renew their contract with Caring Hair (Cancer Hair Care) for an initial period of two years starting on 1st February 2026, with possible extension options until 2030, depending on funding. The contract focuses on health services within the oncology sector, specifically providing support for cancer-related hair loss across the UK, but primarily targeting regions within Wales. The contract, valued at £363,474 and signed on 30th January 2026, underscores the importance of ensuring access to services, particularly for those in rural areas, through both local and remote support mechanisms.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses operating within the health services sector, particularly those specialising in community health services. SMEs and organisations involved in social value projects could find this contract especially beneficial as it prioritises technical quality and social value alongside competitive commercial considerations. The focus on both on-site and remote service delivery models allows for innovative service approaches, inviting businesses to leverage their expertise in education, training, and support for healthcare professionals and communities. Consequently, businesses that can offer comprehensive solutions and those capable of scaling and adapting services across multiple regions would be well-suited to compete for similar opportunities in this thriving sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

P0154A - Cancer Services Hair Loss Support

Notice Description

Hywel Dda University Health Board (HDUHB) Oncology Services have awarded a contract to Caring Hair (Cancer Hair Care) to renew their Cancer Hair Loss Support contract for a term of an initial two (2) years with an option to extend for a further two (2) years should funding become available. This contract is to continue to improve the patient experience of cancer treatment and related hair loss. The service is designed to provide professional support to patients with hair loss by supporting Health Board employees and hairdressers across the HDUHB region through education and training. The service must be delivered from the four acute sites within the Health Board, as well as within the local community to ensure access to support services for those living in rural areas, with remote support essential.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The extension option will be for an additional two (2) years if funding is available.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e9b4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047530-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

85323000 - Community health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£153,937 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£153,937 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£363,476 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£363,474 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jan 20265 months ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HYWEL DDA UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
Additional Buyers

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

NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY 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)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL42 South West Wales
Delivery Location
TLL14 South West Wales

Local Authority
Carmarthenshire
Electoral Ward
Carmarthen Town North and South
Westminster Constituency
Caerfyrddin

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CARING HAIR (CANCER HAIR CARE

Further Information

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