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title: "ENT PATIENT ASSESSMENT & EXAMINATION CONSUMABLES"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051d03"
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published: "2026-03-31"
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# ENT PATIENT ASSESSMENT & EXAMINATION CONSUMABLES

Buyer: NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051d03

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership - Procurement Services, part of Velindre University NHS Trust, concerning the “ENT Patient Assessment & Examination Consumables” was recently terminated. This tender was intended for the acquisition of medical consumables related to ear, nose, and throat (ENT) examinations, scheduled for implementation in Wales, United Kingdom (UKL), under the framework agreement regulations. The process reached the tender cancellation stage on 31 March 2026 following previously active status post tender announcement on 16 February 2026 and was affected by technical challenges that led to the suspension decision made on 23 March 2026. This opportunity was initially open for submissions until 16 March 2026, aimed at further awarding by October 2026.

This tender presented notable opportunities for businesses within the medical equipment and pharmaceutical industry, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), given the framework agreement prospect that allows engagements with and without competition reopening. The procurement method was outlined as an open procedure, inviting various enterprises to possibly participate in supplying a wide range of ENT consumables. Despite its cancellation, businesses with expertise in medical supplies could still benefit from familiarising themselves with similar upcoming tenders in the framework, allowing them to strategise suitable offerings and potentially secure future contracts when technical issues are resolved and the framework reopens.

## Notice

All Wales Framework for ENT patient assessment & examination consumables

### Lot Information

Diagnostic Torch Earlight & Accessories (1)

The procurement of Diagnostic Torch Earlight & Accessories for ENT

Ear Specula, Aurical (2)

The procurement of Ear Specula, Aurical for ENT

Ear Specula, Fluted (3)

The procurement of Ear Specula, Fluted for ENT

Ear Specula, Gruber (4)

The procurement of Ear Specula, Gruber for ENT

Ear Specula, Heine (5)

The procurement of Ear Specula, Heine for ENT

Ear Specula, Rosen (6)

The procurement of Ear Specula, Rosen for ENT

Ear Specula, Shea (7)

The procurement of Ear Specula, Shea for ENT

Ear Specula, Tumarkin (8)

The procurement of Ear Specula, Tumarkin for ENT

Otoscope Ear Specula (Compatible with Kawe Otoscopes) (9)

The procurement of Otoscope Ear Specula (Compatible with Kawe Otoscopes) for ENT

Otoscope Ear Specula (Compatible with Keeler Otoscopes) (10)

The procurement of Otoscope Ear Specula (Compatible with Keeler Otoscopes) for ENT

Otoscope Ear Specula (Compatible with Welch Allyn Otoscopes) (11)

The procurement of Otoscope Ear Specula (Compatible with Welch Allyn Otoscopes) for ENT

Otoscope Ear Specula (Compatible with Riester Otoscopes) (12)

The procurement of Otoscope Ear Specula (Compatible with Riester Otoscopes) for ENT

Ointment Ear Syringe, Single Use (13)

The procurement of Ointment Ear Syringe, Single Use for ENT

Grommets (14)

The procurement of Grommets for ENT

Nasal Specula, Hartman (15)

The procurement of Nasal Specula, Hartman for ENT

Nasal Specula, Thudichum, Metal, Single Use (16)

The procurement of Nasal Specula, Thudichum, Metal, Single Use for ENT

Nasal Specula, Thudichum, Metal, Multipack, Single Use (17)

Nasal Specula, Thudichum, Metal, Multipack, Single Use for ENT

Nasal Specula, Thudichum, Metal, Reusable (18)

The procurement of Nasal Specula, Thudichum, Metal, Reusable for ENT

Otoscope Devices (19)

The procurement of Otoscope Devices for ENT

Nasal Bridgemaster (20)

The procurement of Nasal Bridgemaster for ENT

Laryngeal Mirror, Sterile, Single Use (21)

The procurement of Laryngeal Mirror, Sterile, Single Use for ENT

Nasal Septal Button (22)

The procurement of Nasal Septal Button for ENT

Otoscope Set (23)

The procurement of Otoscope Set for ENT

Otoscope Accessories (24)

The procurement of Otoscope Accessories for ENT

Ear Wick (25)

The procurement of Ear Wick for ENT

Tongue Depressor, Wooden (26)

The procurement of Tongue Depressor, Wooden for ENT

Tongue Depressor, Plastic (27)

The procurement of Tongue Depressor, Plastic for ENT

Tongue Depressor, Metal (28)

The procurement of Tongue Depressor, Metal for ENT

Nasal Tampon, Inflatable (29)

The procurement of Nasal Tampon, Inflatable for ENT

Otoscope Ear Specula Dispenser (30)

The procurement of Otoscope Ear Specula Dispenser for ENT

### Planning Information

No preliminary market engagement was carried out for this framework. If you would like more information on this framework before the tender is published please contact jessica.heaton@wales.nhs.uk or bethany.webber2@wales.nhs.uk.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029614-2026 |
| Notice type | UK12 - Procurement Termination 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 | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | 14 Aug 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,107,268 |
| Lots value | £526,817 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Cancelled |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST) |
| Additional buyers | Missing |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF14 4HH |
| 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 | Heath |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff North |
| Delivery location | TLL Wales |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2026 at 11:53 - TenderCancellation - UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029614-2026
- 16 Feb 2026 at 16:45 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014017-2026
- 23 May 2025 at 11:55 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026268-2025
- 22 May 2025 at 10:02 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024599-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029614-2026
  31st March 2026 - Procurement termination notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014017-2026
  16th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026268-2025
  23rd May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024599-2025
  22nd May 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://nwssp.nhs.wales/ourservices/procurement-services/
- https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/home.html
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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