Tender

Operating Microscopes and Associated Accessories

NHS SUPPLY CHAIN

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Tender

28 Jul 2022 at 10:45

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Supply Chain is currently seeking suppliers for the "Operating Microscopes and Associated Accessories" tender as part of a National Framework Agreement. This procurement process is classified under the medical equipment industry and is based in London, England. The tender is at the active phase, and submissions must be received by 29 August 2022. The estimated initial expenditure for the first year is approximately £20 million, with a total projected value of up to £80 million over the course of the agreement, which runs from 4 December 2022 to 3 December 2026. The procurement is being conducted through an open procedure, allowing participation from various suppliers.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), to expand their market presence within the healthcare sector. Suppliers of medical equipment and accessories would be well-suited to compete for this contract, especially those able to provide innovative solutions tailored for use in both theatre and outpatient environments. Engaging in this procurement could help businesses enhance their portfolio and contribute to the healthcare landscape in the UK.

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Notice Title

Operating Microscopes and Associated Accessories

Notice Description

NHS Supply Chain intends to launch a National Framework Agreement for the provision of Operating microscopes, for both theatre and outpatient environments including all variations specified for use in a medical setting excluding Pathology and Laboratory Microscopes. Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS20,000,000 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 (including any extension options) is PS80,000,000, including growth.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-642ec1f2-7755-4e3a-92e1-81d4094016b3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5dffbc28-5ee7-4f68-8a3a-a17d1bdccf5a
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jul 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Aug 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Dec 2022 - 3 Dec 2026 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS SUPPLY CHAIN
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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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

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