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Wireless Access Points (WAP) Hardware Replacement

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services

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13 Mar 2026 at 00:00

OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, has completed the procurement process for the Wireless Access Points (WAP) Hardware Replacement project. The procurement falls under the health category and was conducted within the UK region, specifically affecting Hywel Dda University Health Board. This notable procurement stage involved awarding the contract, consummated on 27th February 2026, with a total value of £541,453.70 GBP. The contract aims to replace outdated WAP hardware crucial for the Health Board’s digital infrastructure. Utilised under the NHS SBS Digital Workplace Solutions 2 Framework Agreement, this limited procurement followed an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, making use of a direct award strategy.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in the technology and digital infrastructure sectors, particularly those specialising in wireless solutions and health IT systems. The completion of the award speaks to the potential growth for large-scale suppliers equipped to support significant infrastructure changes in health organisations. Khipu Networks Limited, a large supplier, successfully secured the contract, demonstrating the competitive advantage of businesses capable of handling such specialised and vital technology replacements. Organisations positioned in the healthcare technology industry can find lucrative opportunities by partnering with public health bodies aiming to modernise their IT systems. The procurement landscape noted here is ideal for firms able to leverage compliant procurement routes and offer solutions that enhance digital connectivity in healthcare environments.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Wireless Access Points (WAP) Hardware Replacement

Notice Description

Hywel Dda University Health Board's (HDUHB) Digital Directorate have awarded a contract to replace their Wireless Access Points (WAP) hardware and associated licencing as current equipment throughout HDUHB has now reached end of life and some equipment will be utilised to setup Carmarthen Hwb. These WAPs are critical pieces of infrastructure that form the backbone of all services within the Health Board, as almost every digital clinical system and medical devices relies on Wi-Fi connections to function.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Hywel Dda University Health Board's (HDUHB) Digital Directorate have awarded a contract to replace their Wireless Access Points (WAP) hardware and associated licencing as current equipment throughout HDUHB has now reached end of life and some equipment will be utilised to setup Carmarthen Hwb. These WAPs are critical pieces of infrastructure that form the backbone of all services within the Health Board, as almost every digital clinical system and medical devices relies on Wi-Fi connections to function.

Procurement Information

The NHS SBS Digital Workplace Solutions 2 Framework Agreement (SBS10510) provided a compliant procurement route and allowed a direct award.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-162850
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=162850
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

CPV Codes

32410000 - Local area network

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£541,453 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services
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
Postcode Area
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
TLL14 South West Wales
Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Heath
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KHIPU Networks Ltd.

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR597442
    Wireless Access Points (WAP) Hardware Replacement - Hywel Dda University Health Board's (HDUHB) Digital Directorate have awarded a contract to replace their Wireless Access Points (WAP) hardware and associated licencing as current equipment throughout HDUHB has now reached end of life and some equipment will be utilised to setup Carmarthen Hwb. These WAPs are critical pieces of infrastructure that form the backbone of all services within the Health Board, as almost every digital clinical system and medical devices relies on Wi-Fi connections to function.

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