Cryopreserved Skin - Cryoskin

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

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16 Jun 2026 at 11:36

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, has completed a direct award procurement process for "Cryopreserved Skin - Cryoskin," essential for burn treatment within the Burns Centre. The procurement, conducted under Welsh devolved regulations, focused on the supply, storage, and delivery of allograft Cryoskin to provide temporary wound coverage for burn patients. The contract period will span from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2028, with Hospital Innovations Limited as the awarded supplier. The procurement ensures rapid, reliable supply to the Burns Centre in Cardiff, UK, supporting clinical care with the potential for same-day emergency deliveries.

This procurement represents a vital opportunity for businesses equipped to supply medical consumables and manage the logistics of clinically approved human tissue allografts. SMEs with capabilities in maintaining rigorous regulatory compliance and providing rapid emergency services are particularly well-suited for such contracts. The direct award underscores the importance of proximity to healthcare facilities and the ability to meet urgent demands efficiently, which can lead to business growth for suppliers specialising in medical goods. As a result, businesses that can demonstrate robust supply chain management and a commitment to clinical governance requirements stand to benefit significantly.

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Notice Title

Cryopreserved Skin - Cryoskin

Notice Description

The supply of allograft Cryoskin for use in the treatment of burn injuries within the Burns Centre. The allograft Cryoskin will be required to support clinical care by providing temporary wound coverage to promote healing, reduce pain, and minimise infection risk in patients with burns. The contract will cover the provision, storage, and delivery of clinically approved allograft Cryoskin products in line with relevant regulatory, safety, and quality standards. Suppliers must demonstrate proven experience in the supply of human tissue allografts and the ability to meet the specialised needs of a tertiary Burns Centre, including reliability of supply and adherence to clinical governance requirements.

Procurement Information

Proximity to the Burns Centre Close geographic proximity to the Burns Centre enables rapid access to allograft Cryoskin at short notice. This is particularly critical in burn care, where clinical demand can be urgent and unpredictable. Local availability reduces transportation times and associated risks, ensuring that clinically viable allograft material can be provided promptly to meet patient needs. Rapid Emergency Delivery Capability Innovations has demonstrated the ability to respond quickly to emergency requests, including out-of-hours and same-day deliveries. This capability is essential for the management of acute and severe burn cases, where delays in treatment could significantly impact patient outcomes. Their proven responsiveness supports both emergency interventions and continuity of care. Fully Compliant Storage Arrangements The supplier maintains storage facilities that are fully compliant with all relevant regulatory, quality, and governance requirements for human tissue products. This ensures the integrity, safety, and traceability of Cryoskin throughout the supply chain, providing assurance that products meet the highest clinical and regulatory standards upon delivery and use. Service Continuity and Patient Care Necessary to avoid any disruption to the supply of allograft Cryoskin. Continuity of supply is critical to maintaining service resilience within the Burns Centre and ensuring uninterrupted access to essential allograft material for both emergency and planned procedures. This approach directly supports safe, effective, and timely patient care.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b5da
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056613-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

33140000 - Medical consumables

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£303,897 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

HOSPITAL INNOVATIONS

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