Planned Care Outsourcing - General Surgery

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, has recently activated a contract for "Planned Care Outsourcing - General Surgery". This procurement falls under the services category, specifically within healthcare, with the main focus on general surgery outsourcing. The associated industry classification is under the CPV code 85100000.

The geographic scope covers regions UKL22 and UKL18, highlighting locations in Epsom and Swansea, respectively. This procurement follows the Provider Selection Regime Wales (PSR Wales) under the Health Services Regulations 2025, with a framework agreement call-off process. Key dates for this procurement include a contract period from 1st August 2025 to 30th September 2025, with the contract having been awarded on 1st August 2025.

The procurement process is furthered by the confirmation of contract award notice and does not fall under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 or the Procurement Act 2023. This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses operating within the healthcare services industry, especially those with capabilities in general surgery and related care. The awarded suppliers—including Practice Plus Group, Sancta Maria Hospital, and NUFFIELD HEALTH—are indicative of large-scale providers in the sector.

The opportunity to engage in a framework agreement with the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership offers businesses a platform to showcase their expertise in delivering timely, safe, and effective care. The tender's emphasis on technical, commercial, and social value criteria also aligns well with companies focused on providing cost-effective solutions and maximizing social impact. This procurement would particularly benefit businesses with a robust infrastructure to manage healthcare services and deliver value-driven outcomes in alignment with NHS objectives.