Planning

Sexual Health Products

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Planning

15 Apr 2019 at 10:12

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust is currently in the planning stage for a tender titled "Sexual Health Products". This procurement process focuses on the healthcare industry and primarily involves products such as Long Acting Reversible Contraceptive Devices, condoms, and various associated medical supplies. Interested suppliers should note that the deadline for initial expressions of interest is set for 3rd May 2019. The procurement will take place in Birmingham, England, and will follow a tender initiation type, which may lead to a Full EU Procurement exercise or the use of a public framework agreement.

This tender presents significant opportunities for suppliers of sexual health products, particularly those offering innovative medical supplies and devices in the UK market. Manufacturers, distributors, and service providers in the reproductive health sector, including those experienced with NHS procurement processes, would be well-suited to participate. Engaging in this procurement process may yield advantageous contracts that enhance market presence and establish long-term relationships within the healthcare sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Sexual Health Products

Notice Description

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust ('the Trust') is currently seeking to engage with suppliers of Sexual Health Products as part of an initial market engagement exercise. The products shall include (but not restricted to the following): Long Acting Reversible Contraceptive (LARC) Devices & Associated Procedure Packs Contraceptive Diaphragms Contraceptive Gel & Lubricants Uterine Sound Dilators Vaginal Speculum Vaginal Wall Retractors Thread Retrievers Condoms The outcome and feedback from this exercise will determine the preferred procurement route, this may involve undertaking a Full EU Procurement exercise, utilisation of a public framework agreement and/or both. As part of our commissioning arrangements for Sexual Health Services through the Trust's Umbrella brand name, we are currently reviewing the ordering, payment and receipt of these products to minimise transaction costs and optimise the supply chain. Additional information: Suppliers wishing to express an interest in this procurement should register their interest in accordance with the instructions below: The online registration form reference pqq__28539 Sexual Health Consumables Market Engagement, is accessible through the Bravo Solutions E-Tendering system. The registration questionnaire requests the following information: a) Supplier Details b) Supplier Information/ Lot Preferences How to register: a)Register your company on the eSourcing portal (this is only required once) - Browse to the eSourcing Portal: https://nhs.bravosolution.co.uk/nhs_collaborative/web/login.html and click the link to register - Accept the terms and conditions and click 'continue' - Enter your correct business and user details - Note the username you choose and click 'Save' when complete. You will shortly receive an email with your unique password (please keep this secure); b). Express an Interest in the Tender - Login to the portal with the username/password - Click the 'PQQs / ITTs Open to All Suppliers' link. (These are Pre-Qualification Questionnaires or Invitations to Tender open to any registered supplier) - Browse the PQQs (there may be more than one page and select 'pqq_28539' by clicking on it. - Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page - This will move the PQQ /ITT into your 'My PQQs/ My ITTs' page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only) - You can now access any attachments by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'PQQ/ ITT Details' box; c). Responding to the Tender - Click 'My Response' under 'PQQ/ ITT Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining) - You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the on- screen instructions to complete the PQQ/ ITT - There may be a mixture of online and offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available). You must then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. If you require any further assistance please consult the online help, or contact the eTendering help desk Lots 2) The lots listed are indicative and UHB reserves the right to amend and/or reduce the number of lots following pre-tender market engagement. The deadline for initial expressions of interest is Friday 3rd May 2019

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-86066287-fd9d-4cfb-bfed-065bb242459a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85268964-0045-46b6-80c3-1e479ddd82bf
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33641400 - Contraceptives

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
3 May 2019Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2WB
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
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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