---
title: "WEQAS Accreditation"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ab75"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ab75.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "COUNTESS OF CHESTER HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-06-02"
---

# WEQAS Accreditation

Buyer: COUNTESS OF CHESTER HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ab75

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## Summary

The recent WEQAS Accreditation procurement process, led by the Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, has reached its completion stage. Based in Chester, UK, this public sector tender falls under the services category, specifically certification services. The procurement was conducted through a direct method below the threshold, meaning it proceeded without competition. Essential dates include the contract period from 14 May 2026 to 13 May 2027, with the contract having been signed on 13 May 2026. The Cardiff and Vale College has been awarded the contract to provide these services at a gross value of GBP 21,360.24.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the certification services industry to expand their portfolio, particularly those specialising in accreditation services. Given its nature of a direct award without competition, organisations with existing relationships or specialised capabilities in similar NHS frameworks could find it beneficial. Large entities, such as educational institutions or established certification providers, may find similar opportunities lucrative for business growth, especially in collaboration with public health authorities or government bodies.

## Notice

WEQAS Accreditation for COCH

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051881-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 13 May 2026 - 13 May 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £17,800 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | COUNTESS OF CHESTER HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | CHESTER |
| Post town | Chester |
| Postcode | CH2 1UL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester |
| Local authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Electoral ward | Upton |
| Westminster constituency | Chester North and Neston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CARDIFF AND VALE COLLEGE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79132000 - Certification services

## Release History

- 2 Jun 2026 at 12:16 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051881-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051881-2026
  2nd June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cavc.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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