Provision of Womens Health Plan Network Services

The procurement process led by NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, revolves around the provision of Women's Health Plan Network Services. This initiative, classified under Community Health Services (CPV code 85323000), primarily focuses on creating support networks to benefit women's health in the Swansea Bay area. The procurement method was limited, entailing an award procedure without prior publication, owing to a lack of competition due to technical reasons.

The process culminated in the award to Neath Port Talbot Council for Voluntary Service, signed on 1st September 2025, with the contract valued at £16,916.12 GBP. The contract aims to develop forums to ensure service implementation is beneficial to women in specific regions, with NHS Wales initiating groundwork mapping and identification of feeder groups to facilitate service delivery effectively. This contract presents substantial opportunities for organisations specialising in health services and community engagement, particularly those with expertise in woman-focused services and support network development.

Businesses well-positioned to compete for similar tenders include those with established operations in the health sector and those with a strong track record in community outreach and service co-production. The unique nature of procurement—awarded without prior competition—highlights the importance of holding specific expertise and technical capabilities that align with Welsh Government's objectives. Organisations looking to grow in this sector can benefit from understanding technical requirements and building strategic relationships with public health bodies, thus enhancing their readiness for future similar contract opportunities.