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SSP-ITT-61420 - HGV Tacho Analysis and Operators License

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

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Planning

22 Jan 2026 at 12:22

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process for an upcoming contract related to HGV Tachograph Analysis and Operator Licence Management Support. This opportunity, under the title "SSP-ITT-61420 - HGV Tacho Analysis and Operators License," pertains to the vehicle-fleet management services industry category. The project will be executed across multiple NHS Wales sites throughout the United Kingdom, specifically within region UKL. Prospective suppliers should note the engagement deadline is set for 27 January 2026, with formal procurement proceedings expected to commence shortly thereafter on 28 January 2026.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in vehicle-fleet management and support services, particularly those capable of providing tachograph data analysis and compliance support for HGV operations. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) meeting these capabilities may find this contract advantageous for expanding their portfolio, given its all-Wales scope. With an estimated contract value of up to GBP 89,999 and a contract duration from April 2026 to March 2028, this tender invites businesses to foster growth through enhanced compliance operations within the NHS Wales transport services. Suitable businesses are encouraged to register their interest by the given deadline to engage equitably throughout the upcoming tender process.

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Notice Title

SSP-ITT-61420 - HGV Tacho Analysis and Operators License

Notice Description

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP), on behalf of Health Courier Services, intends to procure a single supplier to provide HGV Tachograph Analysis and Operator Licence Management Support for its managed Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) transport service operating under a restricted operator licence. The requirement includes the provision of tachograph data analysis, infringement reporting and remedial action planning, operator licence and OCRS compliance support, routine and reactive compliance activity, monthly site visits, incident response and advisory services across multiple NHS Wales sites. The service is required to support the safe, lawful and compliant operation of the HGV fleet in accordance with statutory and regulatory requirements. The contract will be delivered on an all-Wales basis.

Planning Information

This notice is issued to provide early visibility of an upcoming procurement opportunity. At this stage, the engagement process is limited to suppliers notifying NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership of their interest in the opportunity. Interested suppliers are not required to submit any information, documentation, or proposals as part of this notice. Suppliers wishing to be considered are asked to formally register their interest by emailing Philip.Jones12@wales.nhs.uk in accordance with the instructions set out in this notice. Once the procurement is live, all interested suppliers who have registered will be provided with access to the tender documentation and will be able to participate on equal terms. No pre-market evaluation, shortlisting, or dialogue will take place as part of this engagement. Participation or non-participation at this stage will not confer any advantage or disadvantage in the subsequent tender process. The formal procurement will be conducted in line with applicable procurement regulations and NHS Wales governance requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060c21
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005722-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50111100 - Vehicle-fleet management services

50111110 - Vehicle-fleet-support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
28 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
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
Not specified
Contact Email
philip.jones12@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF15 7QZ
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
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Taff's Well
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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