Tender

Anti-Embolism Stockings

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

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Tender

05 Jan 2026 at 17:10

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, is currently in the tender stage for the procurement of anti-embolism stockings, both knee-length and thigh-length, along with a measuring tape. This procurement is classified under the goods category and is being conducted through an open procedure. The tender was last updated on 5th January 2026, and the procurement method is set to comply with relevant Welsh devolved regulations. The tender submission deadline is 5th February 2026 at 12:00 PM, and it is aimed at public authority needs situated in the UK, specifically regions served by the UKL classification.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the medical supplies industry, particularly those specialising in compression hosiery. Given the open procurement method, both large and small-to-medium enterprises are encouraged to apply, with provisions for SMEs highlighted in the documentation. The procurement allows for competitive pricing and innovation, as 90% of the award criteria focus on the lowest price offered, while the remaining 10% considers technical quality and product packaging. Businesses that can provide high-quality stockings and comply with SMTL testing standards, as specified in BS 661210:2018+A1:2022, are likely well-suited to this opportunity. The procurement contract, once awarded, will commence on 1st September 2026 and conclude on 31st August 2030, offering a long-term business growth opportunity.

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Notice Title

Anti-Embolism Stockings

Notice Description

This procurement activity covers the supply of anti-embolism stockings in both knee-length and thigh-length options, along with a measuring tape.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ffa6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000468-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories


CPV Codes

18315000 - Stockings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£758,364 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£758,364 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2030 4-5 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
Vicky Evans
Contact Email
vicky.evans@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2921500498

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

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