Outsourcing of Orthopaedic Surgical Procedures

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, has concluded the Award stage in a procurement process for outsourcing orthopaedic surgical procedures, located in Cardiff, Wales. This contract, made under the Framework Agreement for Outsourcing/Insourcing of Clinical, Surgical & Diagnostic Services (PRO-OJEULT-50776), aligns with the elective recovery programme across NHS Wales. The agreement was directly awarded to Practice Plus Group, reflecting a strategy to enhance healthcare service provision.

The procurement falls within the services category, particularly miscellaneous health services, and carries a value of £202,000. The contract was signed on 14 February 2025. This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses in the healthcare sector, especially those specialising in surgical services, to explore areas for growth and collaboration with NHS Wales.

Companies with capabilities in health service outsourcing can leverage this procurement to extend their service offerings within Wales, providing novel solutions to support the elective recovery programme. Given the nature of the services involved, businesses that excel in orthopaedic procedures and can meet the stringent healthcare standards are well positioned to benefit from such tenders, fostering growth through strategic partners like Practice Plus Group.