Award

Hearing Aids, Hearing Aid Batteries and Custom Ear Moulds 2023

NHS SUPPLY CHAIN

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Award

17 Nov 2022 at 15:51

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Supply Chain has awarded a contract for Hearing Aids, Hearing Aid Batteries, and Custom Ear Moulds 2023. The procurement method used was an Open procedure (above threshold). The contract's total value is £256,700,000.00, with a contract period starting on March 27, 2023, and ending on March 26, 2025. The procurement stage was an Award, with the tender closing on May 26, 2022. The contract falls under the CPV classification code 33185000 related to Hearing aids.

This procurement opportunity can benefit businesses in the medical device industry and suppliers of hearing-related products. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are eligible to participate. Companies with expertise in supplying Hearing Aids and related accessories are well-suited to compete and potentially expand their market presence. The contract provides access to a significant NHS Supply Chain customer base, offering opportunities for growth and collaboration within the healthcare sector.

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Notice Title

Hearing Aids, Hearing Aid Batteries and Custom Ear Moulds 2023

Notice Description

Non-exclusive Framework Agreement (FAG) for the supply to the NHS Supply Chain customer base via the E-Direct, Direct and Stocked routes to market. Product range to include, but not limited to the supply of Hearing Aids (including Re-chargeable Hearing Aids), Hearing Aid Batteries, Custom Ear Moulds and Hearing Aid Accessories that meet the requirements of users with varying levels of hearing loss. The Framework Agreement will provide access to hearing solutions for both adults and paediatric patients with mild-moderate and servere-profound hearing loss. Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS121,500,000.00 for the initial term of FAG, however this is approximate only and the values may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the FAG. The estimated value over the total FAG term (including any extension options) is PS256,700,000.00.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1a37c831-870f-4be4-8e8b-484906abccc3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82b1ccef-0b13-45f7-91d2-dbe84979b2c9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33185000 - Hearing aids

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£256,700,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£256,700,000 £100M-£1B
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Nov 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 May 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Oct 20223 years ago
Contract Period
26 Mar 2023 - 26 Mar 2025 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS SUPPLY CHAIN
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
12
Supplier Names

ENERGIZER GROUP

GN HEARING

MINERVA LABORATORIES

NORMANBY LABORATORY SERVICES

OTICON

PURETONE

SIVANTOS

SONIC LABORATORIES

SONOVA

STARKEY LABORATORIES

UNIVERSAL AIDS

VARTA MICROBATTERY

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