Scope
Reference
CAV-DIR-(25-26) 157
Description
This contract is for the engineering, Installation and commissioning to convert the existing manually controlled helipad fire monitor to a fully automated deck integrated firefighting system at the University Hospital of Wales Helideck. This is used to prevent any fire related incidents whilst a helicopter is landing on site and will provide instant fire suppression should anything occur.
The manual system necessitates trained fire fighters to be on site in order to operate the system. This increases the likelihood of human error and presents a substantial cost to the Health Board.
Contract 1. Deck Integrated Fixed Foam Helipad System
Supplier
Contract value
- £348,416.17 excluding VAT
- £418,099.39 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Earliest date the contract will be signed
8 December 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 January 2026 to 31 March 2026
- 3 months
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 51500000 - Installation services of machinery and equipment
Contract locations
- UKL22 - Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Direct award
Direct award justification
Single supplier - technical reasons
As the requirement involves the conversion of an existing manually controlled helipad fire monitor system to a fully automated DIFFS solution compliant with CAA CAP 1264 standards. This is a highly specialised niche with very limited suppliers in the UK market and the market analysis confirms no alternative suppliers with proven capability to deliver this integrated solution within required safety and regulatory standards.
Blaze Manufacturing Solutions Ltd is a trusted provider of DIFFS systems for critical infrastructure, backed by ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications. The company's dedicated project team brings extensive expertise in hydraulic analysis, firewater systems, and compliance with aviation safety standards, ensuring robust and reliable designs. Blaze offers a fully integrated solution, delivering the complete EPC scope from design and procurement through to installation, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance. Its systems are engineered to meet stringent safety requirements, capable of extinguishing major spill fires within 15 seconds in full compliance with CAA CAP 1264 standards.
Supplier
Blaze Manufacturing Solutions Ltd
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHHW-5393-DPJM
Blaze House, Laurencekirk Business Park
Laurencekirk
AB30 1EY
United Kingdom
Email: info@blazeman.co.uk
Region: UKM50 - Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1. Deck Integrated Fixed Foam Helipad System
Contracting authority
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXWV-6492-CGMN
Woodland House, Maes-Y-Coed Road
Cardiff
CF14 4HH
United Kingdom
Region: UKL22 - Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Organisation type: Public authority - central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales