Planning

Disposable Wipes for Surface Cleaning & Disinfection

NHS SUPPLY CHAIN

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Planning

15 Jan 2025 at 16:07

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Supply Chain is planning a procurement process for 'Disposable Wipes for Surface Cleaning & Disinfection', under the industry category of Wipes (CPV code 33141118). The procurement is currently in the planning stage as of 15 January 2025. This tender involves providing wipes and accessories for surface cleaning and disinfection, with products including medical and sterile wipes. Delivery locations span across multiple UK regions, including the North East, North West, Yorkshire and the Humber, East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England, London, South East, and South West. More detailed procurement notices are expected by 10 July 2025, with the intended contract period commencing on 6 July 2026 and concluding on 5 July 2029. Initial expenditure is estimated at approximately £31,273,365 including VAT for the first year, with a total potential value of around £149,891,653 over the framework agreement's duration.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for suppliers in the medical and cleaning products sector. SMEs and VCSEs are actively encouraged to participate, highlighting an inclusive procurement approach. Companies that have expertise in manufacturing or supplying compliant cleaning and disinfection products, particularly those meeting EU Medical Devices Directive and Regulation standards, will find this opportunity well-suited to their offerings. Given the extensive distribution requirements across key regions in the UK, businesses with robust logistics and delivery capabilities will also be highly competitive in this tender process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Disposable Wipes for Surface Cleaning & Disinfection

Notice Description

This notice is issued to inform potential suppliers of a procurement that NHS Supply Chain intends to commence during the subsequent 12 months for the provision of Wipes and accessories for the purpose of surface cleaning and disinfection. Products include but are not limited to Indicator Products, Combined Detergent & Disinfection, Detergent, Disinfection, Sporicidal and Sterile Alcohol wipes. Precise quantities are unknown. Criteria applicable across all product lines: Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC (as amended) All products must have their CE marking evident on the product and/or packaging. Or Medical Devices Regulation 2017/745 (as amended) All products must have their CE marking evident on the product and/or packaging. CLP Regulation (EC) 1272/2008 REACH Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 EU Biocides Regulation 528/2012 (EU BPR) It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS31,273,365 (Cost Inc. VAT) in the first year of this Framework Agreement, however this is approximate only and the values may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the Framework Agreement. The estimated value over the total Framework Agreement term (3+1-year term) is anticipated to be approximately PS149,891,653 (Cost Inc. VAT) The Framework Agreement between NHS Supply Chain and successful suppliers will reserve the right to purchase the same or similar supplies and/or services from suppliers not appointed to the Framework Agreement at its sole discretion. NHS Supply Chain intends to enter into arrangements under which it will be entitled to purchase supplies and/or services which it will make available for purchase by 1) any NHS Trust; 2) any other NHS entity; 3) any government department, agency or other statutory body and/or 4) any private sector entity active in the UK healthcare sector. Only NHS Supply Chain can order from the Framework Agreement and enter into contracts under it.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-334626af-450f-4ef9-b068-e97d25e5f93e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ff43b3b-806b-4b56-8308-fcd348fbb22c
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33141118 - Wipes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£124,909,710 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
10 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Jul 2026 - 5 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS SUPPLY CHAIN
Contact Name
Andrea Phillips
Contact Email
andrea.phillips@supplychain.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
01156 786314

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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Further Information

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