---
title: "Anti-Embolism Stockings"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ffa6"
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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: "2026-01-05"
---

# Anti-Embolism Stockings

Buyer: NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ffa6

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## Summary

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, is currently in the tender stage for the procurement of anti-embolism stockings, both knee-length and thigh-length, along with a measuring tape. This procurement is classified under the goods category and is being conducted through an open procedure. The tender was last updated on 5th January 2026, and the procurement method is set to comply with relevant Welsh devolved regulations. The tender submission deadline is 5th February 2026 at 12:00 PM, and it is aimed at public authority needs situated in the UK, specifically regions served by the UKL classification.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the medical supplies industry, particularly those specialising in compression hosiery. Given the open procurement method, both large and small-to-medium enterprises are encouraged to apply, with provisions for SMEs highlighted in the documentation. The procurement allows for competitive pricing and innovation, as 90% of the award criteria focus on the lowest price offered, while the remaining 10% considers technical quality and product packaging. Businesses that can provide high-quality stockings and comply with SMTL testing standards, as specified in BS 661210:2018+A1:2022, are likely well-suited to this opportunity. The procurement contract, once awarded, will commence on 1st September 2026 and conclude on 31st August 2030, offering a long-term business growth opportunity.

## Notice

This procurement activity covers the supply of anti-embolism stockings in both knee-length and thigh-length options, along with a measuring tape.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000468-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £758,364 |
| Lots value | £758,364 |
| 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 | 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

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

### Codes

- 18315000 - Stockings

## Release History

- 5 Jan 2026 at 17:10 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000468-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000468-2026
  5th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://nwssp.nhs.wales/ourservices/procurement-services/
- https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.shtml?_ncp=1767628642621.105642-1
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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