--- title: "All Wales Dressings IV & Medical Tapes Tender" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d1f4" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06d1f4" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d1f4.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d1f4.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)" published: "2026-07-23" --- # All Wales Dressings IV & Medical Tapes Tender Buyer: NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST) Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d1f4 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06d1f4) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d1f4.json) ## Summary The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, is in the planning stage for an upcoming tender titled "All Wales Dressings IV & Medical Tapes Tender". This procurement process aims to source medical equipment and supplies, particularly various types of dressings and surgical tapes. The contract is set to be awarded on a sole supplier basis, with a scheduled contract period from 1st November 2027 to 31st October 2031. Located in Cardiff, UK, this opportunity relates to the acquisition of goods and follows Welsh devolved regulations. Interested parties are invited to contact the procurement team by 24th August 2026 for further discussions. The procurement process is proceeding according to established plans, with a forecast notice date set for 23rd November 2026. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialised in medical supplies, particularly those capable of providing high-quality dressings and tapes as outlined in numerous lots. With a total estimated contract value exceeding £1.9 million, suppliers have the opportunity to secure a long-term, lucrative partnership with a central government authority. The tender particularly suits small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that meet the specific requirements and can commit to a sole supplier arrangement. Engaging with this procurement process can lead to business growth, a strengthened market presence within the NHS supply chain, and potential future opportunities in related health service procurements across the UK. ## Notice Tender for all items listed under Dressings IV & Medical Tapes. Lots are as follows: LOT 01 - Dressings, IV, CHG LOT 02 - Dressings, IV, Non-Ported LOT 03 - Dressings IV, Ported LOT 04 - Dressings IV, CVC/PICC LOT 05 - Dressings IV, Ported, Extra Adhesive LOT 06 - Dressing Foam Disk, CHG LOT 07 - Island Adhesive Plastic Dressings LOT 08 - Elastic Adhesive Tape LOT 09 - Non Woven Permeable Synthetic Tape LOT 10 - Plastic Impermeable Tape LOT 11 - Surgical Cover Dressings LOT 12 - Plastic Permeable Synthetic Tape LOT 13 - Silicone Permeable Synthetic Tape LOT 14 - Paraffin Gauze Dressings LOT 15 - Non-Elasticated Wound Closure Strips LOT 16: Woven Permeable Synthetic Tape LOT 17 - Soft Cloth Surgical Tapes LOT 18 - Foam Adhesive Dressing LOT 19 - Medical Adhesive Foam Tape LOT 20 - Absorbent Adhesive Dressings LOT 21 - Paediatric IV Dressings LOT 22 - Dressings, IV, Non-Ported, Extra Adhesive This tender will be awarded on a sole supplier basis. ### Planning Information The All Wales Procurement Team is planning to tender for dressings, IV dressings and surgical tapes in the near future. A list of the Lots included within the procurement can be found in the associated UK2 notice. The intention is to award the contract on a sole supplier basis, with the new contract planned for implementation in November 2027. A formal pre-market engagement event will not be held for this procurement. However, suppliers who would like further information or wish to discuss the opportunity in more detail are invited to contact the Procurement Team by 24 August. If you would like to discuss this tender opportunity further, please contact: Tom Neil - Tom.Neil2@wales.nhs.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069726-2026 | | 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 | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 23 Nov 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Nov 2027 - 31 Oct 2031 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,940,212 | | 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 - 23 Jul 2026 at 12:19 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069726-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069726-2026 23rd 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 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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