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title: "Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan Period Dignity Programme"
ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-147686"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "CARDIFF COUNCIL"
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# Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan Period Dignity Programme

Buyer: CARDIFF COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-kuma6s-147686

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## Summary

Cardiff Council and Vale of Glamorgan Council are initiating the procurement process for the Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan Period Dignity Programme. This programme, classified under General Public Services, is currently in the planning stage with a planned notice date of 21st February 2025. The goal of the programme is to ensure dignified access to period products for individuals in education and low-income households across Cardiff and the Vale. The procurement encompasses several lots including eco-friendly single-use period products, menstrual cups, period pants, reusable cloth pads, and educational material, all aimed at addressing plastic pollution. The contracting authorities can be contacted via Laura Pine at the provided email and telephone numbers. The procurement method being used includes a Prior Information Notice, signaling the authorities' intent to procure these goods in the near future.

This tender represents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in eco-friendly period products and educational materials. Suppliers of high-quality, plastic-free and reusable period products will find this contract highly suitable. By participating, businesses can enhance their market presence and contribute to an important social cause. Companies that demonstrate the ability to supply sustainable and ethically-produced goods, and those with existing distribution networks within education and community settings, will be well-placed to compete. This opportunity not only fosters business growth but also supports environmental sustainability and community welfare initiatives within the region.

## Notice

The Period Dignity programme aims to ensure there is a dignified way of accessing period products for those who menstruate within education and those from low-income households in the Cardiff and the Vale local authority area. The fund aims to ensure low-income households and school learners have access to free of charge period products that are accessible in the most practical and dignified way possible. We are committed to addressing the challenges posed by all kinds of plastic pollution. With the aim of all period products used being eco-friendly period products (i.e. re-usable products and/or plastic free) is one of a range of interventions to achieve this.

### Lot Information

Lot 1 - Eco-friendly single-use period products (pads and tampons)

The aim of the period dignity programme is to provide eco-friendly, high-quality products along with informational material within education settings and throughout Cardiff local authority communities, utilising Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan Schools and Hubs to distribute free period products to the public.

Lot 2 - Menstrual cups

The aim of the period dignity programme is to provide eco-friendly, high-quality products along with informational material within education settings and throughout Cardiff local authority communities, utilising Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan Schools and Hubs to distribute free period products to the public.

Lot 3 - Period Pants and wet bags

The aim of the period dignity programme is to provide eco-friendly, high-quality products along with informational material within education settings and throughout Cardiff local authority communities, utilising Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan Schools and Hubs to distribute free period products to the public.

Lot 4 - Reusable cloth pads and wet bags

The aim of the period dignity programme is to provide eco-friendly, high-quality products along with informational material within education settings and throughout Cardiff local authority communities, utilising Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan Schools and Hubs to distribute free period products to the public.

Lot 5 - Educational Material

The aim of the period dignity programme is to provide eco-friendly, high-quality products along with informational material within education settings and throughout Cardiff local authority communities, utilising Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan Schools and Hubs to distribute free period products to the public.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Sell2Wales |
| Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=147686 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 21 Feb 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CARDIFF COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | VALE OF GLAMORGAN COUNCIL |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF10 4UW |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
| Local authority | Vale of Glamorgan |
| Electoral ward | Castleland |
| Westminster constituency | Vale of Glamorgan |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33641200 - Other gynaecologicals
- 33711430 - Disposable personal wipes
- 33751000 - Disposable nappies
- 33771000 - Sanitary paper products
- 33771100 - Sanitary towels or tampons

## Release History

- 28 Jan 2025 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=147686

## Documents

- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=JAN497342&idx=1
  28th January 2025 - Cardiff Council and the Vale of Glamorgan Council Period Dignity Programme PIN Notice
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN497342
  Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan Period Dignity Programme - The Period Dignity programme aims to ensure there is a dignified way of accessing period products for those who menstruate within education and those from low-income households in the Cardiff and the Vale local authority area. The fund aims to ensure low-income households and school learners have access to free of charge period products that are accessible in the most practical and dignified way possible. We are committed to addressing the challenges posed by all kinds of plastic pollution. With the aim of all period products used being eco-friendly period products (i.e. re-usable products and/or plastic free) is one of a range of interventions to achieve this.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=147686
- https://api.sell2wales.gov.wales/v1?lang=cy/Notice?id=ocds-kuma6s-147686
- https://www.cardiff.gov.uk

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