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Pre Market engagement of SMART beds

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust) · Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

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Opportunity overview

Title: Market Engagement – SMART Beds Organisation: Velindre NHS Trust Description of Requirement: Velindre NHS Trust is seeking to engage with the market in advance of a potential future procurement for the provision of SMART beds. This notice aims to inform suppliers of the forthcoming requirement and invite interested parties to provide information on products that may meet the Trust’s clinical, ergonomic, and operational needs within bed delivery environments. The Trust is interested in SMART bed solutions that offer: -High levels of patient comfort suitable for extended treatment durations -Ergonomic and fully adjustable features to support patient safety and staff usability -Compliance with infection prevention and control standards -A modern aesthetic and high-quality design -Durable materials that support long-term operational efficiency and value for money Purpose of Engagement: The aim of this market engagement is to explore available products, understand technological capabilities, and assess potential cost models. This exercise will support the Trust in shaping any future procurement approach and ensuring high-quality, cost-effective solutions that enhance both patient and staff experience. Interested suppliers are invited to share: -Product information and technical specifications -Evidence of relevant standards, certifications, and compliance -Details of available features and optional enhancements -Indicative pricing structures or cost frameworks -Any additional supporting materials relevant to SMART bed solutions Important Note: This notice is issued solely for the purpose of market engagement and does not constitute a call for competition or a commitment to procure. Any future procurement activity will be conducted in accordance with applicable public procurement regulations.

Classification

  • CPV31000000 — Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
  • CPV33000000 — Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

Lots

  • Lot 1Value not stated

Documents and notices

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
ocds-h6vhtk-05e73e
Status
planning
Above Threshold
Yes
Main Procurement Category
goods

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Communication

Future Notice Date
1 Apr 2026, 23:59

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Status
planning

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Ends
30 Apr 2027, 23:59
Starts
1 Jun 2026, 00:00

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Id
31000000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
Entry 2
Id
33000000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

Planning and budget

Documents

Entry 1
Id
076410-2025
Format
text/html
Notice Type
UK2
Description
Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
Document Type
marketEngagementNotice
Published
24 Nov 2025, 11:56

Milestones

Entry 1
Id
engagement
Type
engagement
Status
scheduled
Due
16 Jan 2026, 23:59
Description
Title: Market Engagement – SMART Beds Organisation: Velindre NHS Trust Description of Requirement: Velindre NHS Trust is seeking to engage with the market in advance of a potential future procurement for the provision of SMART beds. This notice aims to inform suppliers of the forthcoming requirement and invite interested parties to provide information on products that may meet the Trust’s clinical, ergonomic, and operational needs within bed delivery environments. The Trust is interested in SMART bed solutions that offer: High levels of patient comfort suitable for extended treatment durations Ergonomic and fully adjustable features to support patient safety and staff usability Compliance with infection prevention and control standards A modern aesthetic and high-quality design Durable materials that support long-term operational efficiency and value for money Purpose of Engagement: The aim of this market engagement is to explore available products, understand technological capabilities, and assess potential cost models. This exercise will support the Trust in shaping any future procurement approach and ensuring high-quality, cost-effective solutions that enhance both patient and staff experience. Supplier Input Requested: Interested suppliers are invited to share: Product information and technical specifications Evidence of relevant standards, certifications, and compliance Details of available features and optional enhancements Indicative pricing structures or cost frameworks Any additional supporting materials relevant to SMART bed solutions Important Note: This notice is issued solely for the purpose of market engagement and does not constitute a call for competition or a commitment to procure. Any future procurement activity will be conducted in accordance with applicable public procurement regulations. Please contact: Sian Evans sian.evans16@wales.nhs.uk or Sian Head sian.head2@wales.nhs.uk

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Id
GB-NHS-RQF
Name
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)

Roles

buyer

Address

Region
UKL22
Country
GB
Locality
Cardiff
Postal Code
CF14 3UZ
Country Name
United Kingdom
Street Address
4-5 Charnwood Court,

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Id
publicAuthorityCentralGovernment
Scheme
UK_CA_TYPE
Description
Public authority - central government

Identifier

Id
RQF
Scheme
GB-NHS

Contact

Name
Sian Head

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · Cardiff · UKL22 · CF14 3UZ · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UK · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

1 published notice version reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

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