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title: "Waste Bags and Aprons"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0514bb"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)"
published: "2025-11-17"
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# Waste Bags and Aprons

Buyer: NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0514bb

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## Summary

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust in Cardiff, is overseeing an open procurement process for the provision of "Waste Bags and Aprons". This tender, classified under the goods category, involves delivering polythene waste and refuse sacks and bags to NHS Wales Hospitals and Sites. As an active tender, the process is in the tender stage, with submission closing on 19th December 2025. The contract will begin on 1st April 2026 and potentially extend to 31st March 2029. Interested parties can submit their proposals electronically in either Welsh or English, with the open procedure aiming for a high degree of competition.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those involved in manufacturing or supplying polythene products. Companies that prioritise sustainability, possess innovative capabilities, and are committed to social values will be well-suited to compete, reflecting NHS Wales' objectives. With a substantial contract value of up to GBP 6,000,000, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and Welsh local suppliers have the potential to enhance their growth and strengthen regional economic resilience by participating in this procurement process. The requirement for carbon footprint transparency and the emphasis on social value align with organisational goals to support sustainable and inclusive economic development in Wales.

## Notice

The provision of Waste Bags and Aprons to NHS Wales Hospitals and Sites

### Planning Information

The contract will cover the supply of waste bags and aprons for use across NHS Wales facilities. Suppliers are encouraged to propose solutions that meet clinical standards, reduce environmental impact, and deliver economic and social benefits to Wales. A full list of products shall be provided at tender stage.
Key Objectives
1. Sustainability
NHS Wales is committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2030, as outlined in the NHS Wales Decarbonisation Strategic Delivery Plan. Suppliers are invited to demonstrate:
- Low-carbon materials and production: Use of recycled, recyclable, or biodegradable materials for waste bags and aprons, with a focus on reducing Scope 3 emissions.
- Circular economy principles: Solutions that minimise waste, promote reuse, or enable closed-loop recycling, aligning with the Welsh Government’s Workplace Recycling Regulations and WPPN 016: Decarbonisation through Procurement.
- Innovative products: Proposals for compostable aprons or waste bags compatible with NHS waste streams, reducing reliance on single-use plastics.
- Carbon footprint transparency: Commitment to carbon reduction plans or product carbon footprint (CFP) labelling, as per the Carbon Trust’s Product Carbon Footprint Standards. Please note that suppliers will be provided to submit their Carbon Reduction Plans as part of this tender process.
Suppliers should consider alignment with the Evergreen Sustainable Supplier Assessment to showcase their sustainability credentials.
2. Foundational Economy
The Foundational Economy (FE) is central to Welsh Government policy, accounting for 40% of jobs and £1 in every £3 spent in Wales. This procurement aims to strengthen local supply chains and economic resilience by:
- Prioritising Welsh SMEs and local suppliers: Encouraging bids from Wales-based businesses, including SMEs and social enterprises, to retain economic value within the region.
- Sub-contracting opportunities: Inviting main contractors to collaborate with local SMEs or supported businesses to deliver elements of the contract.
- Place-based procurement: Supporting regional supply chains to enhance job creation and economic stability, as per WPPN 013: SME-Friendly Procurement.
Suppliers are encouraged to register on Sell2Wales and engage with Business Wales for support in meeting public sector requirements.
3. Social Value
In line with WPPN 01/20: Social Value Clauses/Community Benefits and the Wales Procurement Policy Statement 2021, this procurement seeks to deliver measurable social benefits, including:
- Fair work practices: Commitment to ethical employment, fair wages, and prompt payment (within 30 days) to suppliers and subcontractors.
- Community benefits: Contributions to local communities, such as supporting STEM education, tackling poverty, or promoting cultural initiatives.
- Inclusivity: Opportunities for diverse suppliers, including social enterprises and supported businesses, to participate in the supply chain.
- Health and well-being: Ensuring products enhance the safety and well-being of NHS staff and patients while minimising environmental harm.
Suppliers should propose key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor social value outcomes, aligning with the Well-being of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015.
Engagement Process
This PMEN invites suppliers to provide feedback on innovative, sustainable, and socially responsible solutions for waste bags and aprons. Key areas for input include:
- Product specifications and sustainability features.
- Supply chain resilience and local sourcing capabilities.
- Opportunities for collaboration with SMEs or social enterprises.
- Strategies to reduce costs while maximising environmental and social benefits.
Interested suppliers should register on Sell2Wales (www.sell2wales.gov.wales) and submit expressions of interest by 31/07/2025. 
Further details, including how to participate in engagement sessions, will be provided upon registration. Suppliers involved in this preliminary engagement will not gain an unfair advantage, in line with the Procurement Act 2023 and Procurement (Wales) Regulations 2024.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074381-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | 4 Aug 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | 2027-11-01 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,380,000 |
| Lots value | £5,380,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST) |
| Additional buyers | NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF14 3UZ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
| Local authority | Cardiff |
| Electoral ward | Gabalfa |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff North |
| Delivery location | TLL Wales |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 19 - Leather and textile fabrics, plastic and rubber materials

### Codes

- 19640000 - Polythene waste and refuse sacks and bags

## Release History

- 17 Nov 2025 at 12:57 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074381-2025
- 22 May 2025 at 14:15 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025083-2025
- 15 May 2025 at 14:12 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021840-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074381-2025
  17th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025083-2025
  22nd May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021840-2025
  15th May 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://nwssp.nhs.wales/ourservices/procurement-services/
- https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/
- https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/PleasesubmityourtenderviaETenderWales(ITT_120274)
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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