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title: "SSP-FTS-60006 - Material Handling Equipment Lease, Hire and Maintenance"
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buyer: "NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)"
published: "2026-02-04"
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# SSP-FTS-60006 - Material Handling Equipment Lease, Hire and Maintenance

Buyer: NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a6b1

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## Summary

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, is engaged in an open tendering process for the lease, hire, and maintenance of Material Handling Equipment (MHE). This procurement, titled "SSP-FTS-60006 - Material Handling Equipment Lease, Hire and Maintenance," is within the goods category and relates to public authority central government under Welsh devolved regulations. The procurement process targets several locations in Wales, specifically Denbigh, Bridgend, Picketston, and Newport. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 5th March 2026, followed by the award period concluding on 13th March 2026. The contract begins on 1st April 2026, extending into 2029, with potential for two additional one-year extensions.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities particularly suitable for suppliers capable of delivering consistent quality in equipment leasing and maintenance services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find this tender aligns well with their operational strengths, especially those specialising in forklifts, pallet trucks, lift tables, and related services. With a focus on standardisation and business continuity, the awarded supplier will benefit from securing a broad and long-term engagement with NHS Wales, potentially expanding their reach within the public sector. The open procedure allows competitive participation, offering a robust avenue for companies aiming to enhance their market presence in the public procurement sector underpinned by critical infrastructure services.

## Notice

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP) - Procurement Services, on behalf of NWSSP - Supply Chain, Logistics and Transport (Velindre NHS Trust), are seeking a supplier for the lease, hire and maintenance of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) to support operations at the four regional Supply Chain Warehouses in Denbigh, Bridgend, Picketston and Newport (NDC). The contract will operate on an initial three (3) year term with two (2) optional one (1) year extensions. This model provides commercial flexibility while supporting long-term operational continuity and equipment lifecycle management. The scope includes the provision and servicing of MHE such as forklifts, pallet trucks, lift tables and related equipment. The contract will be awarded to a single supplier, ensuring consistency of service, standardisation across the regional network and robust business continuity for NWSSP.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The Authority reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to purchase optional additional services under the Contract, including but not limited to: Operator and refresher training relating to the safe and effective use of Material Handling Equipment (MHE); Service and maintenance support for Authority-owned MHE; and Any associated ancillary services that are consistent with the scope of the Contract. Any such optional services will be commissioned only where the Authority considers them to be operationally or commercially advantageous. Inclusion of these options does not commit the Authority to purchase them and no guarantee of volume or spend is given.

Renewal: Two (2) optional one (1) year extensions at the Organisations discretion.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010112-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | 1 Dec 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | 2030-11-01 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,040,000 |
| Lots value | £1,040,000 |
| 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) |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF15 7QZ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend |
| Local authority | Rhondda Cynon Taf |
| Electoral ward | Taff's Well |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff North |
| Delivery location | TLL Wales |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 42400000 - Lifting and handling equipment and parts
- 50530000 - Repair and maintenance services of machinery
- 80500000 - Training services

## Release History

- 4 Feb 2026 at 15:43 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010112-2026
- 2 Oct 2025 at 11:37 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061674-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010112-2026
  4th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061674-2025
  2nd October 2025 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=360024
  Invitation to Tender Document

## Notice URLs

- https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/home.html
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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