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

WELSH AMBULANCE SERVICES NHS TRUST

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25 Feb 2026 at 12:49

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
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11 Feb 2026 at 14:01

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Welsh Ambulance Services NHS Trust is overseeing the procurement of Smart Triage First Responder Kits, with TSG ASSOCIATES LLP identified as the supplier. Under recommendation from the Manchester Arena Inquiry, this procurement falls within the medical equipment category and is crucial for enhancing emergency response capabilities. The procurement has reached the award stage, with contracts scheduled to commence from 6 March 2026, concluding on 31 March 2026. Located in Cwmbran, UK, the procurement process employs a direct method below the competition threshold, adhering to Welsh devolved regulations and central government standards. The total gross contract value amounts to £37,871, executed under the UK's legal framework as per legislation 2023/54.

This tender presents strategic opportunities for businesses specialising in medical equipment and emergency response technology, opening avenues for growth through partnership with governmental bodies. With precise targeting at suppliers adept in innovative medical technologies, companies like SMEs that focus on responsive and adaptive solutions in healthcare can greatly benefit from such contracts. Engagement in this procurement process will not only offer financial growth through direct government dealings but also enhance market reputation through association with public health initiatives. By participating, businesses can contribute to critical public services that support the community while expanding their market reach within the United Kingdom.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

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

Notice Description

Purchase of smart triage first responder kits for Welsh Ambulance Services University NHS Trust

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064de9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016872-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award 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
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Feb 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
6 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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
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Contact Phone
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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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