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# Pre Market engagement of SMART beds

Source: [Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/pre-market-engagement-of-smart-beds-ocds-h6vhtk-05e73e). UK public procurement intelligence compiled from official UK procurement notices.

> **Tenderline Executive Summary:** NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust): "Pre Market engagement of SMART beds". Published status: planning. Planned Pipeline Value: £100,000. 1 published lot. Submission deadline not published. See the official notice for participation instructions.

## Key Information
- **Status:** PLANNING (no submission deadline published)
- **Buyer:** [NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)](https://tenderline.uk/buyers/nhs-wales-shared-services-partnership-procurement-services-h-GB-NHS-RQF)
- **Planned Pipeline Value:** £100,000 (GBP)
- **Submission Deadline:** Not published
- **Lots:** 1
- **Procurement Method:** Not published
- **Main Category:** goods
- **Classifications (CPV):** Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting, Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- **Delivery Location:** UK
- **Legal Basis:** UKPGA 2023/54
- **Official Documents:** 1 published documents & notices ([view on Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/pre-market-engagement-of-smart-beds-ocds-h6vhtk-05e73e#documents))
- **OCID:** `ocds-h6vhtk-05e73e`

## Before you bid
Deciding whether to bid? The Tenderline page for this tender carries the competition and buyer analysis this notice does not:

- **Expected competition:** how many bids lots like this attract, from past awards in the same market.
- **Who could compete:** suppliers who have won similar work, and who holds the current contract.
- **Buyer track record:** earlier work for this buyer, its unexpired awards, and how its awards compared with its estimates.
- **Price forecast:** the commercial price range for each lot, with the middle 50% of comparable awards.

- **What it takes to win:** selection and award criteria, lot by lot.
- **Contract history:** what this tender replaces, and every notice in the procedure.

[Open the competition and buyer analysis](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/pre-market-engagement-of-smart-beds-ocds-h6vhtk-05e73e#tl-md)

## 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.
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.

## Lots (1)
### Lot 1: Untitled lot
- **Lot id:** `1`
- **Status:** planning
- **CPV codes:** 31000000, 33000000
- **Delivery regions:** UK
- **Delivery countries in notice:** GB

- **Contract Period:** 31/05/2026 to 30/04/2027

## Provenance and Official Sources
- **Official Notice:** [Find a Tender notice](/out?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.find-tender.service.gov.uk%2FNotice%2F076410-2025)
- **Last Source Update:** 2025-11-24T11:56:50.000Z
- **This document generated:** 2026-10-22T11:17:28.024Z
- **Machine API:** https://tenderline.uk/api/public/tenders/ocds-h6vhtk-05e73e