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Framework Agreement for the Supply of Medical Gases in Cylinders and Liquid Medical Gases

HEALTHTRUST EUROPE LLP (HTE)

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10 Jun 2025 at 12:22

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Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process initiated by HealthTrust Europe LLP (HTE) involves establishing a Framework Agreement for the supply of Medical Gases in Cylinders and Liquid Medical Gases. This contract, which falls under the 'Gases' industry category, has been awarded at the award stage. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure, suitable for above threshold procurements. The contract value is £300,000,000 and its duration spans from 1st July 2025 to 30th June 2029, covering regions such as the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The agreement is structured into three distinct lots, catering to specific needs for medical gases and related equipment.

This framework agreement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in medical gases and related services. It encourages participation from both SMEs and larger organisations, as evidenced by the awarded suppliers that include Air Liquide Ltd, Air Products PLC, BOC Healthcare, and BTG Gases. Businesses adept in the supply and management of medical gases, particularly those with capabilities in providing associated consumables and devices, are well suited to capitalise on such procurement opportunities to expand their market footprint and enhance growth within the healthcare supply chain sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Supply of Medical Gases in Cylinders and Liquid Medical Gases

Notice Description

The Tender is to establish a Framework Agreement for the supply of Medical Gases in Cylinders and Liquid Medical Gases ("Agreement"). The agreement will include the supply and rental of medical gases, cylinders, liquid medical gases, liquid bulk medical gases and associated consumables and devices. The agreement will be split into three (3) lots: - Lot 1: Medical Gases in Cylinders - Lot 2: Nitric Oxide, Cylinders, Monitoring and Delivery Devices - Lot 3: Liquid Medical Gases The duration of the Agreement will be 4 years maximum; 4 years initial period with no option to extend.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5107b1f9-0b13-4194-bc3d-5c178570838c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/818e67ca-c625-4cf5-ae5e-6083ded81537
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
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products

CPV Codes

24100000 - Gases

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£300,000,000 £100M-£1B
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HEALTHTRUST EUROPE LLP (HTE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 1NU
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
4
Supplier Names

AIR LIQUIDE

AIR PRODUCTS

BOC HEALTHCARE

BTG GASES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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