Tender

SSP-ITT-62467 - Lease or Rental of Temperature Controlled Boxes

VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

27 Mar 2026 at 11:02

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

13 Mar 2026 at 13:57

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the lease or rental of temperature-controlled boxes is being conducted by Velindre University NHS Trust, based in Cardiff, United Kingdom. This open competition tender falls under the service category of transport equipment and road transport services and is governed by Welsh devolved regulations. The tender, identified by the reference SSP-ITT-62467, is currently active and invites submissions until 13 April 2026. This procurement seeks temperature-controlled transport solutions to maintain the integrity of clinical materials, crucial for NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership – Health Courier Services. The contract, valued at £112,000 net (£134,400 gross), is organised in an active lot with an anticipated contract period from 1 May 2026 to 30 April 2028.

This tender presents compelling business growth opportunities for companies specialising in transport equipment and services, particularly those providing solutions for controlled-temperature environments. SMEs are encouraged to compete, offering both technical and commercial advantages. With a 60% emphasis on pricing and 40% on quality in its award criteria, the procurement is ideally suited for firms that can deliver cost-effective yet high-quality transport solutions. Moreover, the requirement for reportable temperature monitoring data and compliance with ISO and EN standards ensures opportunities for businesses that prioritise innovation and regulation adherence in logistics solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SSP-ITT-62467 - Lease or Rental of Temperature Controlled Boxes

Notice Description

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP) - Health Courier Services require the provision of temperature-controlled transport boxes through a lease or rental arrangement to support the safe movement of pathology and pharmacology consignments. The boxes must maintain either cold chain temperatures (0degC-8degC) or ambient temperatures (18degC-22degC) to ensure the integrity of clinical materials during transportation. This contract lot will provide both long-term leasing arrangements and short-term rental options (less than 12 months) for temperature-controlled transport box environments, aligned with the current Health Courier Services operating model. The required units must: Support switchable temperature environments (cold chain and ambient). Maintain stable internal conditions throughout transit. Provide reportable temperature monitoring data to demonstrate compliance and traceability. The procurement of these units aims to ensure that: Operations remain compliant with relevant ISO and EN standards. The equipment supports portability and interoperability across courier operations. The service delivers best value for money, balancing operational performance with cost efficiency.

Planning Information

This notice is informing the market of the upcoming tender opportunity for the lease and hire of Temperature Controlled Boxes. No action is required, however, if additional information is required, suppliers can email NWSSP Procurment team.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0669e7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028396-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

60100000 - Road transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£112,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£112,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
23 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
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
TLL Wales
Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Taff's Well
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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