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title: "Deck Integrated Fixed Foam Helipad System"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05e6b3"
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buyer: "NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)"
published: "2026-07-07"
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# Deck Integrated Fixed Foam Helipad System

Buyer: NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05e6b3

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## Summary

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, is overseeing a procurement process for the "Deck Integrated Fixed Foam Helipad System" at the University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff. This project falls under the public authority - sub-central government category, and operates within Welsh devolved regulations. The procurement process has reached the contract amendment stage as of 7th July 2026, following the initial contract award on 3rd March 2026. The procurement was executed through a direct award method due to its specialised technical requirements and involved the engineering, installation, and commissioning of an automated firefighting system to replace a manual one. The amended contract value stands at £478,069.61, accounting for additional unforeseeable work and inflationary increases.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in critical infrastructure engineering, especially those focused on firefighting systems compliant with the stringent safety standards required in aviation environments. The contract was awarded to Blaze Manufacturing Solutions Ltd, a small to medium enterprise with substantial expertise and certifications, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001. Companies with similar capabilities in delivering end-to-end engineering, procurement, and construction solutions, particularly in niche and highly regulatory-driven sectors, would be well-suited for similar opportunities in the future. By engaging with such tenders, businesses can not only grow but also establish themselves in a highly specialised market.

## Notice

This contract is for the engineering, Installation and commissioning to convert the existing manually controlled helipad fire monitor to a fully automated deck integrated firefighting system at the University Hospital of Wales Helideck. This is used to prevent any fire related incidents whilst a helicopter is landing on site and will provide instant fire suppression should anything occur. The manual system necessitates trained fire fighters to be on site in order to operate the system. This increases the likelihood of human error and presents a substantial cost to the Health Board.

### Procurement Information

As the requirement involves the conversion of an existing manually controlled helipad fire monitor system to a fully automated DIFFS solution compliant with CAA CAP 1264 standards. This is a highly specialised niche with very limited suppliers in the UK market and the market analysis confirms no alternative suppliers with proven capability to deliver this integrated solution within required safety and regulatory standards. Blaze Manufacturing Solutions Ltd is a trusted provider of DIFFS systems for critical infrastructure, backed by ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications. The company's dedicated project team brings extensive expertise in hydraulic analysis, firewater systems, and compliance with aviation safety standards, ensuring robust and reliable designs. Blaze offers a fully integrated solution, delivering the complete EPC scope from design and procurement through to installation, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance. Its systems are engineered to meet stringent safety requirements, capable of extinguishing major spill fires within 15 seconds in full compliance with CAA CAP 1264 standards.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063551-2026 |
| Notice type | UK10 - Contract Change Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 4 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £348,416 |
| Contracts value | £348,416 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST) |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BLAZE MANUFACTURING SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 51500000 - Installation services of machinery and equipment

## Release History

- 7 Jul 2026 at 10:23 - ContractAmendment - UK10 - Contract Change Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063551-2026
- 3 Mar 2026 at 14:53 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019052-2026
- 21 Nov 2025 at 17:35 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076214-2025
- 21 Nov 2025 at 17:07 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076206-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063551-2026
  7th July 2026 - Contract change notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019052-2026
  3rd March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076214-2025
  21st November 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076206-2025
  21st November 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://nwssp.nhs.wales/ourservices/procurement-services/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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