Planning

University Hospital Llandough (UHL) and Community Sites Fire Alarm Maintenance

CARDIFF AND VALE UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD

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Planning

29 May 2026 at 14:08

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, currently in the planning stage, involves the Cardiff and Vale University Health Board as the buyer for a tender titled "University Hospital Llandough (UHL) and Community Sites Fire Alarm Maintenance". This tender falls under the services industry category, specifically related to the repair and maintenance of firefighting equipment. The maintenance services are required across multiple sites including the University Hospital Llandough, Barry Hospital, and Cardiff Royal Infirmary, situated in Cardiff, UK. The procurement method being used is an open tender, guided by Welsh devolved regulations. Key upcoming dates include reaching out for additional information by 5th June 2026 and a future notice date set for 15th June 2026. The contract is planned to commence on 1st November 2026, running for at least three years with potential extensions up to five years in total.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities for firms specialising in fire alarm system maintenance and repair services. The contract, valued at £432,000, provides a chance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to enter or expand their presence in the public sector by maintaining significant healthcare facilities. Given the long-term nature of the contract and the possibility of contract extension, businesses can secure a steady revenue stream while enhancing their portfolio with a reputable public authority. Companies with expertise in providing comprehensive maintenance services to large organisations will find this tender well-suited to their capabilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

University Hospital Llandough (UHL) and Community Sites Fire Alarm Maintenance

Notice Description

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board (UHB) is one of the largest NHS organisations in the UK which provides day to day health services to a population of around 472,400 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan. The Health Board consists of two main sites, the University Hospital Wales (UHW) and the University Hospital Llandough (UHL), along with Hafan Y Coed Adult Mental Health unit, Barry Community Hospital and Cardiff Royal Infirmary (CRI). The Contractor shall carry out the annual inspection and testing of the Fire Alarm Systems located at the University Hospital Llandough, Barry Hospital, Cardiff Royal Infirmary, and community sites. The contract is to run for 3 years + 1 Year + 1 Year extension period (5 Years Total).

Planning Information

Please reach out to harry.davies6@wales.nhs.uk if you require additional information

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a912
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050921-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50413200 - Repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£360,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
15 Jun 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CARDIFF AND VALE UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
Additional Buyers

NHS WALES SHARED SERVICE PARTNERSHIP

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF14 4HH
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
TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Taff's Well
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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