Tender

Surgical Instruments

NHS SUPPLY CHAIN

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

10 Jan 2025 at 15:20

Planning

27 Jun 2024 at 14:37

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Supply Chain is currently in the tender stage for establishing a Framework Agreement for the provision of Surgical Instruments, encompassing Single Use and Reusable Surgical Instruments, Scalpel Blades, Scalpel Handles, Disposable Handles, Blade Removers, Repair and Maintenance of Surgical Instruments, and Metal Instrument Recycling. The open procedure is positioned above the threshold, expecting a contract start on 5th August 2025, continuing until 4th August 2029. Relevant delivery locations include the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the UK, and globally. The estimated value of this procurement is £111,000,000, and the tender period will conclude on 10th February 2025.

This opportunity represents a substantial growth prospect for businesses specialising in surgical instruments and related services, particularly SMEs and VCSEs. It suits companies adept at manufacturing and maintaining high-quality medical and surgical equipment and those capable of handling recycling processes. Furthermore, suppliers offering competitive pricing, value-added services, and bulk purchase savings can benefit significantly from this framework, serving various NHS entities, government departments, and private healthcare sectors across the UK.

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Notice Title

Surgical Instruments

Notice Description

NHS Supply Chain seeks to establish a Framework for the supply of Surgical Instruments including Single Use Surgical Instruments, Reusable Surgical Instruments, Scalpel Blades, Scalpel Handles, Disposable Handles and Blade Removers, Repair and Maintenance of Surgical Instruments and Metal Instrument Recycling. It is anticipated that in the first 12 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases will be circa PS27,750,000 (approximate only). The figures for the total estimated value are based on initial expenditure and include a forecast for growth.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e33a3b5b-5095-43e0-8100-78c0391f8a05
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/528b558d-f6f1-4828-81c8-a341d62d0e7e
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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

42 - Industrial machinery

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

33169000 - Surgical instruments

42914000 - Recycling equipment

50420000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical and surgical equipment

50422000 - Repair and maintenance services of surgical equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£111,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
31 Oct 2024Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Aug 2025 - 4 Aug 2029 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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