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Cardiff and Vale Knee Contract

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

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11 Mar 2026 at 15:40

Summary of the contracting process

The Cardiff and Vale University Health Board (CAVUHB) has completed the procurement process titled "Cardiff and Vale Knee Contract," which falls under the industry category of orthopaedic supplies. The contracting authority, facilitated by NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, has now awarded a four-year contract to Zimmer Biomet UK Limited. This contract is intended to manage approximately 80% of knee procedures through the All Wales Framework. The procurement was conducted using a direct award method, without prior publication of a call for competition, under the terms of the All Wales Orthopaedic Framework. The contract was signed on 20th February 2026, with an active status and a total value of £3,384,842.

This procurement creates significant business opportunities, particularly for large-scale suppliers in the orthopaedic industry capable of providing innovative solutions backed by clinical evidence. Zimmer Biomet, a leader in the field, demonstrates the type of well-established supplier that can benefit from such contracts. The contract's focus on delivering effective and cost-efficient knee implants to meet the rising demand aligns with goals of financial sustainability and clinical excellence, making it an attractive opportunity for businesses with a strong track record in supplying medical goods. This provides an avenue for business growth for companies aiming to expand their footprint in the UK healthcare sector.

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Notice Title

Cardiff and Vale Knee Contract

Notice Description

This is for Cardiff and Vale University Health Board (CAVUHB) to enter into a four-year sole supply commitment for knee implants with Zimmer Biomet, covering approximately 80% of knee procedures via the All Wales Framework.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board (CAVUHB) faces increasing demand for knee replacement procedures, driven by an aging population and the need to improve patient mobility and quality of life. To meet these challenges while maintaining financial sustainability and clinical excellence, the Health Board must adopt procurement strategies that deliver value, consistency, and innovation. A commitment deal with Zimmer Biomet represents a strategic solution aligned with these objectives. Zimmer Biomet is a global leader in orthopaedic solutions, offering a comprehensive portfolio of knee implants backed by robust clinical evidence and decades of proven outcomes.

Procurement Information

Undertaken a Direct Award under the terms of the All Wales Orthopaedic, Trauma and Joint Replacement (CLI-OJEU-46491) Framework - Lot 2 (Knees)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06677f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021902-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33141700 - Orthopaedic supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£3,384,842 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
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
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
TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ZIMMER BIOMET

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