The procurement of Wifi Access points

VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

AwardUpdate

08 Jun 2026 at 08:10

Award

14 Apr 2026 at 11:47

Summary of the contracting process

Velindre University NHS Trust, acting as the buying organisation, has completed a procurement process for Wifi Access points, as outlined in the award notice dated 8th June 2026. This procurement falls under the IT services industry category, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The procurement process was conducted using a direct method without competition, as it fell below the threshold requirements. The procurement is located in Cardiff, UK, with the contract period running from 4th March 2026 through 31st March 2026.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses that specialise in IT services related to Wifi infrastructure. Particularly, companies classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with a focus on consulting and Internet support would be well-suited to compete in similar future opportunities. SWITCHSHOP, the awarded supplier for this tender, exemplifies the kind of enterprise capable of successfully fulfilling contracts within this sector, demonstrating an agility and niche expertise that may set precedent for prospective bidders.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

The procurement of Wifi Access points

Notice Description

The procurement of Wifi Access points for Velindre

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0681e4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053589-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£54,478 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
4 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST
Additional Buyers

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
Not specified

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Gabalfa
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SWITCHSHOP

Further Information

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