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title: "Framework for the Provision of FFP3 Masks"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cc2d"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)"
published: "2026-07-15"
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# Framework for the Provision of FFP3 Masks

Buyer: NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cc2d

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## Summary

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust and classified as a public authority, is currently in the planning stage for a framework agreement for the provision of FFP3 masks. This project addresses the industry category of "Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products," and is projected to span from 1st October 2026 to 30th September 2030. The procurement is underway in the UKL region, covering the United Kingdom, and involves a substantial gross investment of £6,000,000. Initial market engagement is invited prior to the tender publication, with interested parties encouraged to contact Gareth Stallard by 22nd July 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses within the medical equipment sector, particularly those specialising in personal protective equipment. It is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), as indicated by its inclusivity in the procurement framework. By participating, companies may gain substantial business growth through long-term supply commitments to NHS Wales. Potential suppliers should focus on showcasing the innovation and availability of their products to align with the project's objectives and readiness for future communications, scheduled for further notice on 24th July 2026.

## Notice

Framework Agreement for the provision of FFP3 Masks to Health Boards and Trusts within NHS Wales.

### Planning Information

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership are currently looking to engage with the market on the establishment of a new framework agreement for the provision of FFP3 masks for use by Health Boards and Trusts within NHS Wales. The organisation is looking to gather further information from the market around masks that are currently available and any innovations within the market. The authority is not undertaking a preliminary market engagement event, but is inviting the market to supply information on items they have available prior to publishing the tender for the new framework agreement, for further information please e-mail the contact above.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066908-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 24 Jul 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| 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 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

- 15 Jul 2026 at 14:56 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066908-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066908-2026
  15th July 2026 - Preliminary market engagement 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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