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Support contract for existing RFID system

ANEURIN BEVAN UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD

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28 May 2026 at 15:25

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28 May 2026 at 15:03

Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process conducted by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, assisted by NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, involved awarding a contract for the support of an existing RFID system. This contract is for the provision of annual system support over three years, for RFID Discovery Asset Tagging/Tracking Software, classified under software support services. The procuring entity's location is Cardiff, while the primary services are to be delivered in regions UKL16 and UKL21 in the United Kingdom. This procurement process was completed through a direct method below the competition threshold, with the contract award finalised on 28th May 2026, and the service period commencing on 15th June 2026. The procurement phase is now at the award stage, marking it as a fully secured contract, aligning with the legal framework established by 2023/54 UKPGA legislation.

This contract presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in software support services, particularly those offering RFID system maintenance and enhancement. Companies experienced in working with public sector clients or willing to engage in contracts under Welsh devolved regulations will find this sector lucrative. The contract's structured three-year term offers a predictable revenue stream and strengthens relationships with significant health authorities, such as Aneurin Bevan University Health Board. Additionally, businesses interested in expanding into the public sector or establishing a foothold in the Welsh regional market could leverage this contract to enhance their portfolios and demonstrate service delivery competence on a larger scale.

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Notice Title

Support contract for existing RFID system

Notice Description

Annual System Support for 3 years for RFID Discovery Asset Tagging / Tracking Software

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a806
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050497-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72261000 - Software support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£29,177 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
14 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ANEURIN BEVAN UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
Additional Buyers

NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWPORT
Postcode
NP18 3XQ
Post Town
Newport
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

RFID DISCOVERY SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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