Award

The Provision to Supply Pulp Medical Products

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

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

14 Jul 2025 at 00:00

Tender

15 Nov 2023 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, aimed at supplying pulp medical products to NHS Wales, has reached its award stage. Held in Cardiff, UK, the process involved an open procedure, focusing on goods within the health sector. The tender, titled "The Provision to Supply Pulp Medical Products," included core and ancillary pulp products for various medical purposes. The finalisation of contracts occurred on 9th June 2025, with Vernacare International Limited being awarded the contracts for both Lots. The procurement was valued at approximately £7.2 million for core products and £16,317 for ancillary products, underscoring the significance of this healthcare procurement.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses involved in manufacturing or supplying medical pulp products or accessories, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive healthcare solutions. Companies with robust production capabilities, a commitment to quality, and strong supply chain logistics are well-suited to compete in such procurements. Furthermore, organisations that align with NHS values, like ensuring social value under initiatives like the Wellbeing and Future Generations Act, stand a better chance of securing contracts. Given the recurring demand for these products, there are potential long-term opportunities for suppliers to sustain and expand their business through future renewals and continuous engagement with NHS Wales.

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Notice Title

The Provision to Supply Pulp Medical Products

Notice Description

The provision to Supply Pulp Medical Products and their corresponding accessories to NHS Wales.

Lot Information

Core Pulp Products

NWSSP Procurement Services on behalf of NHS Wales wish to procure Pulp Medical Products used in a variety of settings for various uses. Lot 1 being Core Pulp products; Pulp Bedpan Liner - Medium Low Profile Pulp Bedpan Liner - Large Low Profile Pulp Bedpan Liner - Standard Pulp Commode Pan Pulp Bowl Small General Purpose Pulp Bowl Large General Purpose Pulp Male Urine Bottle Rounded Pulp Jug Measuring Graduation Lines Pulp Kidney Dish Pulp Urine Sampling Cup Pulp Wash Bowl Pulp Female Urinal Pulp Male Urine Bottle Square Pulp Wash Bowl Large

Renewal: NHS Wales will continue to have a demand for pulp medical products therefore agreement will be subject to renewal.

Ancillary Pulp Products

Lot 2 - Ancillary Pulp Products consisting of the following; Pulp Bedpan Racking Standard Pulp Bedpan Racking, Low Profile Pulp Bedpan Support Rack Pulp Bedpan Support Pulp Bedpan Support Medium Low Profile Pulp Bedpan Support Large Low Profile Pulp Male Urinal Bottle Carton Racking Pulp Male Urine Bottle Holder, Square or Round Pulp Small Bowl or Jug Dispenser Rack Pulp Large Bowl Dispenser Rack Pulp Washbowl Racking

Renewal: There will continue to be a demand for pulp medical products therefore a renewal exercise will be required.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-135742
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=135742
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products


CPV Codes

03460000 - Pulp

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,960,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£7,217,109 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Dec 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
During final year of awarded agreement.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)
Contact Name
emma.lane@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Email
emma.lane@wales.nhs.uk, rhys.wathan@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1443848585, +44 2921501375

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF15 7QZ
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
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Taff's Well
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VERNACARE INTERNATIONAL

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