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Framework for the Provision of FFP3 Masks

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

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Planning

15 Jul 2026 at 14:56

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust and classified as a public authority, is currently in the planning stage for a framework agreement for the provision of FFP3 masks. This project addresses the industry category of "Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products," and is projected to span from 1st October 2026 to 30th September 2030. The procurement is underway in the UKL region, covering the United Kingdom, and involves a substantial gross investment of £6,000,000. Initial market engagement is invited prior to the tender publication, with interested parties encouraged to contact Gareth Stallard by 22nd July 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses within the medical equipment sector, particularly those specialising in personal protective equipment. It is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), as indicated by its inclusivity in the procurement framework. By participating, companies may gain substantial business growth through long-term supply commitments to NHS Wales. Potential suppliers should focus on showcasing the innovation and availability of their products to align with the project's objectives and readiness for future communications, scheduled for further notice on 24th July 2026.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework for the Provision of FFP3 Masks

Notice Description

Framework Agreement for the provision of FFP3 Masks to Health Boards and Trusts within NHS Wales.

Planning Information

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership are currently looking to engage with the market on the establishment of a new framework agreement for the provision of FFP3 masks for use by Health Boards and Trusts within NHS Wales. The organisation is looking to gather further information from the market around masks that are currently available and any innovations within the market. The authority is not undertaking a preliminary market engagement event, but is inviting the market to supply information on items they have available prior to publishing the tender for the new framework agreement, for further information please e-mail the contact above.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cc2d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066908-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
24 Jul 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2030 4-5 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
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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLL Wales
Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Heath
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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