April 2026 Refresh of Framework Agreement for Outsourcing / Insourcing
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The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, has initiated the annual refresh of its established framework agreement for the provision of insourcing and outsourcing clinical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures. This procurement targets various health-related services such as gastroenterology, cardiology, and orthopaedic surgery, among others. The framework, divided into lots for different service areas including outsourcing and insourcing with or without equipment, opens opportunities for potential suppliers across Wales.
The process is in the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 3rd November 2025 via an open procurement method. The contract, open to new bidders, begins its new term on 1st April 2026, reflecting a strategic opportunity for service providers in the healthcare sector. This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those with expertise in medical and surgical services, to seize growth by joining a significant public health framework.
Ideal candidates are those capable of providing both the personnel and the necessary infrastructure for effective health service outsourcing and insourcing. The framework encourages diverse service providers, including consortia, to apply, allowing new entrants to compete alongside established suppliers. With an estimated contract value of up to GBP 200 million including extensions, and a focus on social value, service improvement, and sustainability, this tender is well-suited for businesses looking to establish or expand their presence in the healthcare sector in Wales.
NWSSP Procurement Services, on behalf of the Health Boards in Wales are seeking to run their annual refresh under the established framework agreement for the provision of Insourcing / Outsourcing Clinical, Surgical and Diagnostics Procedures. The framework is split into the following lots; Lot 1 - Outsourcing Lot 2a - Insourcing with equipment/infrastructure Lot 2b - Insourcing without equipment and infrastructure Lot 3 - Facility including all equipment and consumables (Lot 3) and Lot 3+ - All services covered under Lot 3 plus clinical staff, admin staff, high-cost consumables, and specialist equipment to be determined (priced) at call off stage The Framework covers the following categories; Breast Endoscopy (including Cystoscopy) Neuroscience Cardiac & Cardiac related Diagnostics Gastroenterology Ophthalmology Cardiology & Cardiology related Diagnostics General Surgery Oral Maxillo Facial Surgery CT Scanning Gynaecology Orthopaedic Surgery Dermatology MRI Scanning Pain Management Ear Nose & Throat (ENT) Neurology & Neurology related Diagnostics Non- Obstetric Ultrasound (NOUS)* Plastic Surgery Thoracic Ultrasound Diagnostics Urology Vascular
NWSSP Procurement Services, on behalf of the Health Boards in Wales are seeking to run their annual refresh under the established framework agreement for the provision of Insourcing / Outsourcing Clinical, Surgical and Diagnostics Procedures. This lot is divided into sub lots as follows; Lot 3 Facility including all equipment and consumables (Lot 3) and Lot 3+ All services covered under Lot 3 plus clinical staff, admin staff, high-cost consumables, and specialist equipment to be determined (priced) at call off stage. This notice is to signal the re-opening the established framework for its annual refresh period. New Providers interested in bidding can submit a tender response via the Bravo Solutions portal as per the link address stated in the notice.
NWSSP Procurement Services, on behalf of the Health Boards in Wales are seeking to run their annual refresh under the established framework agreement for the provision of Insourcing / Outsourcing Clinical, Surgical and Diagnostics Procedures. Lot 2 is divided into sub lots as follows; Lot 2a - Insourcing with equipment/infrastructure Lot 2b - Insourcing without equipment and infrastructure The main description within this notice details the disciplines.. This notice is to signal the re-opening the established framework for its annual refresh period. New Providers interested in bidding can submit a tender response via the Bravo Solutions portal as per the link address stated in the notice.
NWSSP Procurement Services, on behalf of the Health Boards in Wales are seeking to run their annual refresh under the established framework agreement for the provision of Insourcing / Outsourcing Clinical, Surgical and Diagnostics Procedures. This lot is for Outsourcing of the following categories; Breast Endoscopy (including Cystoscopy) Neuroscience Cardiac & Cardiac related Diagnostics Gastroenterology Ophthalmology Cardiology & Cardiology related Diagnostics General Surgery Oral Maxillo Facial Surgery CT Scanning Gynaecology Orthopaedic Surgery Dermatology MRI Scanning Pain Management Ear Nose & Throat (ENT) Neurology & Neurology related Diagnostics Non- Obstetric Ultrasound (NOUS)* Plastic Surgery Thoracic Ultrasound Diagnostics Urology Vascular. This notice is to signal the re-opening the established framework for its annual refresh period. New Providers interested in bidding can submit a tender response via the Bravo Solutions portal as per the link address stated in the notice.
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