Tender

Reusable Plastic Medical Hollowware

NHS SUPPLY CHAIN

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

20 Feb 2025 at 13:49

Tender Notice
Planning

03 Feb 2025 at 16:58

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS Supply Chain is seeking to establish a Framework Agreement for the provision of Reusable Plastic Medical Hollowware. This tender falls under the industry category of medical consumables, with goods to be delivered to several locations, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and other parts of the world. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with the period closing on 24 March 2025. The overall value of the Framework Agreement is approximately £1,897,960 (excluding VAT), with anticipated purchases of £384,490 in the first year. The contract is expected to commence on 15 September 2025 and conclude on 14 September 2027. This open procedure is above threshold and is suitable for SMEs and VCSEs.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the production and supply of medical consumables, particularly those specialising in reusable plastic medical products. Companies supplying items such as bed pans, urinals, medicine pots, instrument trays, and other related products will find this procurement process highly beneficial. The substantial estimated contract value and the focus on sustainable, reusable products are ideal for businesses looking to expand their market presence and contribute to the healthcare sector. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly encouraged to participate, with the open procurement method ensuring a competitive and transparent bidding process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Reusable Plastic Medical Hollowware

Notice Description

NHS Supply Chain seeks to establish a Framework Agreement which will cover a range of Reusable Plastic Medical Hollowware products, including, but not limited to, bed pans/urinals, medicine pots (including gallipots & denture pots), jugs, medicine spoons, instrument trays, kidney dishes, lotion bowls and wash bowls. The estimated value over the total Framework Agreement term is expected to be in the region of PS1,897,960 (ex VAT) however this is approximate only. It is anticipated that in the first 12 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases will be circa PS384,490 (ex VAT) however this is approximate only. The figures for the total estimated value are based on that initial expenditure and include a forecast for growth.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f622f98d-9c6d-425b-ad90-b3310f67938c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/79a5a8e6-ff44-4757-a43f-3bb2d8bfeaa6
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

CPV Codes

33140000 - Medical consumables

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,897,960 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
3 Feb 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Sep 2025 - 14 Sep 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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

Further Information

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