Planning

Track and Traceability of Surgical Instrumentation

TAUNTON AND SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Planning

05 Jul 2019 at 10:04

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Track and Traceability of Surgical Instrumentation" is being conducted by the Taunton and Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, based in Taunton, United Kingdom. Currently at the planning stage, this tender focuses on unique device identification using radio frequency identification (RFID) technology within the healthcare sector. Suppliers are invited to engage until 5th August 2019, with subsequent presentations to stakeholders expected in early September. The industry category relates to surgical tracking and tracing systems.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in healthcare technology solutions, particularly those with expertise in RFID systems and integration with existing healthcare equipment. Companies with a Quality Management System, such as ISO 9001 certification, are encouraged to participate. The contract seeks innovative solutions and strong service delivery capabilities, making it suitable for both established firms and innovative SMEs looking to expand their footprint in the NHS supply chain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Track and Traceability of Surgical Instrumentation

Notice Description

Unique Device Identification (UDI) by use of radio tags (RFID) for the Track and Traceability of Surgical Instrumentation. We are keen to hear from suppliers who may be able to offer some or all Unique Device Identification (UDI) by use of radio tags (RFID) functions or support functions for the implementation or benefits realisation of Track and Traceability of Surgical Instrumentation. The supplier should detail the specific sizes of surgical instrumentation which can be tagged. A requirement to fully integrate with Thermal Automated Washer Disinfectors, Automated Flexible Endoscope Washers, Porous Load Steam Sterilizers and Low Temperature Sterilizers and Trust Procurement Oracle Ordering System. The supplier should have a formal Quality Management System eg ISO 9001. We are keen to hear from suppliers who believe they have solutions that can meet the requirements within this advert. Interested suppliers, or groups of suppliers, are requested to submit an initial PowerPoint style presentation via the ProContract e-tendering portal (max. 12 slides), covering the following as a minimum: o Brief company introduction/overview o Overview of the solution on offer o Key features and unique selling points of the solution o Implementation and maintenance resources: typical delivery resources required o Indicative charges of the proposed solution o Contact Information for liaison and enquiries o Case study / reference site (at least one), preferably with the UK health service Suppliers must submit their responses via the ProContract e-tendering portal by 9am on Monday 5th August. Any responses received after this date shall not be used. Suppliers who submit a response may be invited to a presentation to a group of Trust stakeholders, likely to take place week commencing 2nd September 2019. Any suppliers who are invited to present should be informed during week commencing 19th August 2019 Suppliers can be assured that whether or not they participate in this stage (Invitation to present/hold face-face discussions) will have no influence on any subsequent formal procurement. The sample of suppliers selected will aim to improve the Trust's understanding of the pros and cons of different overall approaches.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aee02b24-7cfc-4011-8e55-b8c937b6f510
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

33169500 - Surgical tracking and tracing systems

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jul 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
5 Aug 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
TAUNTON AND SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 5DA
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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