Planning

Hepatitis C

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

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Planning

16 Mar 2026 at 16:14

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, is planning a procurement process for the supply of Hepatitis C pharmaceutical products. This planned tender falls under the goods category and utilises an open procedure method. Located in Cardiff, Wales, the procurement is governed by Welsh devolved regulations. The process is currently in the planning stage with future notice expected by 1st August 2026. The contract period is set to begin on 1st May 2027 and will continue until 30th April 2030, with a maximum extension possible until 30th April 2031. The procurement is above the threshold with a significant projected value grossing over £16 million.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the pharmaceutical sector, particularly those specialising in Hepatitis C products, to expand their market footprint. Companies with robust supply chain capabilities and experience in handling large-scale pharmaceutical contracts would be well-suited to compete for this opportunity. With the open procedure method ensuring accessibility and transparency, the tender invites wide participation, offering growth potential to businesses looking to collaborate with NHS Wales and engage in a long-term contract. Engaging in this procurement process could enhance brand recognition and provide a platform for entering new regions within the United Kingdom.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Hepatitis C

Notice Description

Supply of Hepatitis C

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066b74
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023698-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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
£13,454,112 £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 Aug 20264 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2027 - 30 Apr 2030 3-4 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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