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BCU-FCONC-61562 - Insourcing the Delivery of Cardiac Physiology Diagnostic Services

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

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22 Dec 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Insourcing the Delivery of Cardiac Physiology Diagnostic Services" was conducted by the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust. The initiative is aimed at enhancing cardiac diagnostic capabilities at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) hospital sites in Bodelwyddan. Focussed on the health industry, this procurement falls under the category of services, specifically related to cardiac diagnostic services. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract awarded on 23rd May 2025. The procurement method used was limited, through a direct award procedure without prior publication, in accordance with the Health Services (Provider Selection Regime) (Wales) Regulations 2025. The contract requires service provision at multiple North Wales regions (UKL11, UKL12, UKL13, UKL23), addressing the need for additional diagnostic capacity due to existing demand exceeding the available resources.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses in the healthcare sector, particularly those specialising in echocardiography and cardiac diagnostics. The contract, valued at £227,930, was awarded to ELECTIVE SERVICES LTD, an SME based in London, highlighting opportunities for small to medium-sized enterprises capable of delivering high-quality clinical services. Requirements include compliance with the British Society of Echocardiography standards, making this an excellent opportunity for businesses with qualified clinical staff and a track record of delivering sustainable service collaborations. The emphasis on quality, value, and social responsibility criteria underscores the suitability for enterprises that can demonstrate excellence in these areas through innovative solutions to improve healthcare access and reduce inequalities.

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Notice Title

BCU-FCONC-61562 - Insourcing the Delivery of Cardiac Physiology Diagnostic Services

Notice Description

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is inviting proposals from interested Providers to support the delivery of echocardiography diagnostic services from the BCUHB hospital sites at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd in Bodelwyddan.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is inviting proposals from interested Providers to support the delivery of echocardiography diagnostic services from the BCUHB hospital sites at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd in Bodelwyddan. BCUHB currently has three cardiac physiology departments across North Wales that provide various cardiac diagnostics which includes basic heart monitoring to implants. The service runs Monday to Friday with some weekend work. However, due to capacity and demand mismatch, long-term sickness and vacancies, there is insufficient capacity to meet the required 8-week diagnostic waiting time target. Current waiting times are excessive, and consequently, additional service capacity is required for a limited time to help reduce waiting times and support service delivery of the service. This document sets out the specific requirements of the Health Board in terms of the services required and the associated terms and conditions that will underpin any agreement entered into. BCUHB require provision for performing and reporting echocardiography diagnostics. All clinicians are required to be suitably qualified with appropriate experience and accreditation to carry out the procedures listed. Services must comply with the standards and recommendations issued by the British Society of Echocardiography (BSE).

Procurement Information

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board are looking to utilise a direct award via Shared Business Services (SBS) - Insourcing of Clinical Services - SBS102023. - Notice published in line with the Health Services (Provider Selection Regime) (Wales) Regulations 2025 (PSR Wales) intention to award notice.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-159706
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=159706
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85121000 - Medical practice services

85150000 - Medical imaging services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£227,930 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

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
Bridget Howlett
Contact Email
bridget.howlett@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
TLL11 Isle of Anglesey, TLL12 Gwynedd, TLL13 Conwy and Denbighshire, TLL23 Flintshire and Wrexham

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ELECTIVE SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC573816
    BCU-FCONC-61562 - Insourcing the Delivery of Cardiac Physiology Diagnostic Services - Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is inviting proposals from interested Providers to support the delivery of echocardiography diagnostic services from the BCUHB hospital sites at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd in Bodelwyddan.

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