2526-098-STA-WAS - SMART TRIAGE FIRST RESPONDER KITS

WELSH AMBULANCE SERVICES NHS TRUST

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Award

02 Jun 2026 at 11:10

Award

25 Feb 2026 at 12:49

Award

11 Feb 2026 at 14:01

Summary of the contracting process

The Welsh Ambulance Services NHS Trust, operating under the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, has completed a procurement process for "Smart Triage First Responder Kits", a project to enhance emergency medical response capabilities. This procurement falls under the medical equipment and supplies category and adheres to Welsh devolved regulations. The contracting process was conducted directly, below the threshold without competition, through TSG ASSOCIATES LLP, based in Halifax. The contract commenced on 11th March 2026 and concluded by the end of March 2026. Delivery is expected within the UK region, ensuring readiness for any potential requirements following guidelines from significant inquiries such as the Manchester Arena Inquiry.

This procurement represents a strategic investment in advanced medical kits, providing growth opportunities for businesses like TSG ASSOCIATES LLP, which specialise in medical equipment. Firms that produce high-quality, innovative medical supplies, particularly SMEs with the capability to directly supply to public authorities, are well-suited for such contracts. The emphasis on strategic partnerships with public health entities offers suppliers opportunities to expand their market presence, leverage new technologies, and contribute to enhancing national emergency response infrastructure.

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Notice Title

2526-098-STA-WAS - SMART TRIAGE FIRST RESPONDER KITS

Notice Description

Smart Triage First Responder Kits for Welsh Ambulance Services University NHS Trust

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064de9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051837-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£31,559 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£31,558 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Feb 20264 months ago
Contract Period
11 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WELSH AMBULANCE SERVICES NHS TRUST
Additional Buyers

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

Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CWMBRAN
Postcode
NP44 3AB
Post Town
Newport
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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TSG ASSOCIATES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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