Planning

Contrast Media

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

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Planning

16 Mar 2026 at 16:08

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the supply of Contrast Media is currently in the planning stage, initiated as a tender by NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust. Located in Cardiff, United Kingdom, they aim to secure pharmaceutical products under the CPV classification 33600000. The procurement follows an open procedure, adhering to Welsh devolved regulations and public authority central government classification. The planned contract period is from 1st November 2027 to 31st October 2031, with future notices expected on 1st February 2027.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the pharmaceutical industry to expand their operations by providing Contrast Media to the NHS in Wales. With a sizeable project value above the threshold, businesses familiar with establishing framework agreements would find this opportunity well-suited to their capabilities. The open procurement method allows a broader array of potential participants to compete, fostering growth for organisations looking to secure government contracts and engage with public health sectors. Given the procurement's classification, entities experienced in working with central government authorities and complying with devolved regulations will have the added advantage of aligning with the project requirements seamlessly.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contrast Media

Notice Description

Supply of Contrast Media

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066b71
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023694-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,087,906 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Feb 202711 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2027 - 31 Oct 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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
CF14 3UZ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLL Wales
Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Gabalfa
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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