Planning

Provision of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standard Accredited Certification Services to Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB)

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

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Planning

27 Nov 2025 at 16:30

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, is in the planning stage of a procurement process for providing ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standard Accredited Certification Services to Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB). The tender, titled "Provision of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standard Accredited Certification Services to CTMUHB," is categorised under Building and Facilities Management Services and is situated in Wales, United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open competition, with expressions of interest due before the tender period concludes on 27th February 2026. The contract period is slated to begin on 31st March 2026 and end on 30th March 2029. Interested parties should note the planned procurement notice published on 27th November 2025 on the Find a Tender service.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for companies specialised in environmental management certification services. With a contract value of £30,000 up to a gross amount of £36,000, it invites UKAS-accredited organisations capable of providing assessment, certification, and support services. Companies with expertise in healthcare environmental management, particularly within NHS Wales settings, will find themselves well-suited to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises are encouraged to participate, with the need for ongoing surveillance audits and customer service required throughout the contract duration. Demonstrating prior experience with CTMUHB will be advantageous, as will the ability to adapt certification scope reflecting organisational changes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standard Accredited Certification Services to Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB)

Notice Description

This PPN aims to provide potential providers with an overview of the opportunity to provide Provision of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standard Accredited Certification Services to Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB). CTMUHB has maintained certification to the Environmental Management Standard ISO 14001 since 2013 and successfully transitioned to the ISO 14001:2015 Standard in 2016. We remain compliant with the requirements of ISO 14001 at all sites named within our scope The current certificate is due for re-certification by 30 June 2026, we are seeking to invite expressions of interest for the provision of: * Recertification of ISO 14001 certification services for the new certification period (3 years, from June 2026 to June 2029); CTMUHB are seeking the provision of annual assessment and ongoing certification services to the Environmental Management Standard ISO 14001:2015. The scope of the organisation's certification is to include: "The management of environmental aspects associated with the provision of healthcare and clinical services at the following sites: * Prince Charles Hospital * Royal Glamorgan Hospital * Princess of Wales Hospital * 31 Community Hospitals, Health Centres & Clinics The Health Board require all sites to have a minimum of 1 visit within the 3 year period of the agreement. The successful bidder will be expected to: * Provide a UKAS accredited ISO 14001 Environmental Management assessment and certification service to CTMUHB. The initial assessment is to take place by 29 June 20226, to ensure continuing certification against the Standard; * Provide ongoing customer service and support in the maintenance of certification; * Demonstrate relevant knowledge and experience in NHS Wales and in particular CTMUHB; * Make provision to amend the certification scope during the certification period when CTMUHB organisational changes have occurred (following prior notification by CTMUHB). This provision will be provided at agreed pro rata rates and no claims for loss of profit, disruption of programme will be accepted; The following criteria applies: * Provision of initial assessment and recertification to ISO 14001:2015 to ensure continued recertification, as at June 2026; * Provision of ongoing annual surveillance audits; * Provide Surveillance Assessment Reports in DRAFT within 5 business days of the Assessment and allow opportunity for commentary/agreement of the findings prior to issuing a FINAL report. Where CTMUHB has submitted comment against a DRAFT report, a formal response should be made available detailing acceptance/rejection of the response within 5 working days; and * Provide a suitable mechanism for query and dispute resolution. Where a technical challenge is raised, provide appropriate contact details for technical compliance team and ensure an initial response is issued within 3 working days. Please note: There is no obligation by CTMUHB to purchase any additional certificates under this Agreement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ea83
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077845-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79993000 - Building and facilities management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Nov 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 20263 months to go
Future Notice Date
2 Feb 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
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
Catherine Scully
Contact Email
catherine.scully@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
TLL Wales
Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Gabalfa
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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