This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

05 Jun 2026 at 15:57

Planning

16 Jan 2026 at 14:30

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Delivery of Childcare Provision at Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil" is currently in the tender stage. The Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board, located in Abercynon, UK, is seeking to contract a passionate childcare provider to manage a daycare facility at the hospital site. This tender falls under the services category, with the procurement using an open competition method below the threshold. Key dates to note include the tender period ending on 10th July 2026 and the enquiry period closing on 3rd July 2026. The contract, valued at £100,000, will be active from 2nd November 2026 to 31st October 2041, in the region of UKL15, United Kingdom.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in childcare services, particularly those with a focus on high-quality provision and community engagement. The successful provider will have the chance to shape the future of childcare services at Prince Charles Hospital, catering to the needs of families, including NHS employees. Ideal candidates are those who can offer innovative, long-term childcare solutions, including Childcare Offer, Flying Start, and fee-paying placements, alongside out-of-school provisions. This opportunity suits businesses with a vision for excellence and experience in managing childcare facilities, with the potential to apply for capital funding for new equipment.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Delivery of Childcare Provision at Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil

Notice Description

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB) is looking to enter into a contract with a childcare provider(s) who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families. This is a unique opportunity to take on the management of an established Day care facility based on Prince Charles Hospital site in the Gurnos area of Merthyr Tydfil. The provider will take full responsibility for the management of the service including the employment of staff. The expectations are a delivery of high-quality childcare provision and also having a long-term vision for the provision. It will be expected that the service will offer Childcare Offer, Flying Start and fee-paying placements and offer out-of-school provision, tailored to meet the changing needs of families.

Planning Information

Expressions of Interest can be made by completing the document attached and returning via Sell2Wales. PLEASE NOTE Expressing an interest does not commit your organisation to entering into any formal procurement process, nor does it signify the start of any service transfer. This market engagement exercise is intended solely to gather your views on our early thinking and to help shape the forthcoming tender. Any information shared during these discussions will be treated as confidential. However, anonymised feedback may be incorporated into the tender documentation to support transparency and market clarity. Participation in this engagement will not be evaluated and will not form any part of the assessment of any future tender submission, should a procurement process be initiated. Participation in this market engagement does not constitute an offer, nor does it create any contractual, financial, or other obligation on the part of CTM. No guarantee of future work, contract award, or invitation to tender is provided or implied. CTM will not be liable for any costs, expenses, or loss of income incurred by organisations in responding to this engagement, attending meetings, preparing materials, or participating in any subsequent procurement activity. All involvement is undertaken entirely at the participant’s own cost and discretion.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0607c3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053537-2026
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

70 - Real estate services

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

70220000 - Non-residential property renting or leasing services

70310000 - Building rental or sale services

85310000 - Social work services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2041 Over 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
CWM TAF MORGANNWG UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
Additional Buyers

NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES AND PARTNERSHIP

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

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL15 Central Valleys

Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Abercynon
Westminster Constituency
Pontypridd

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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