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Award

11 Aug 2021 at 22:45

Tender

04 Jan 2021 at 23:08

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Supply Chain is conducting a tender for the supply of thermometer devices and support products, with an estimated contract value of approximately £47.6 million over its lifetime. This procurement, classified under the CPV code for thermometers (38412000), includes several lots such as phase change thermometers, electronic devices with various probe types, tympanic thermometers, and non-contact temporal artery devices. The procurement method is open, allowing for maximum participation, and the tender period is set to conclude on 16 February 2021, following a bid opening date of 17 February 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the healthcare sector, particularly those specialising in medical devices and supplies. Companies offering innovative thermometer technologies or associated support products will find a suitable market, with potential bids from both small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as larger organisations. Successful bidders can expect demand from a wide range of NHS entities as the framework will allow multiple contracts to be established, fostering growth within this critical industry.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Thermometer Devices and Support Products

Notice Description

NHS Supply Chain seeks to establish a non-exclusive framework agreement for supply to NHS Supply Chain depots via the Stock/Blue Diamond routes and to the NHS Supply Chain customer base via the E-Direct Route. The Framework Agreement is for the supply of thermometer devices and support products for body temperature measurement including phase change thermometers, electronic thermometer devices with corded probe, associated covers and accessories, electronic thermometer devices with flexible probe tip and associated covers, electronic thermometer devices with rigid probe tip and associated covers, tympanic devices, associated covers and accessories, noncontact temporal artery devices and accessories. Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that the estimated value of the lifetime of the contract is in the region of GBP 47.6 million, however the values provided are for guidance only and are not a guarantee of business.

Lot Information

Phase Change Thermometers (Single Use)

This Lot includes devices which use samples of inert chemicals which melt at progressively higher temperatures. These chemicals are mounted as small dots in a matrix on a device which can be used to take an oral and/or axillary measurement to produce a temperature reading that is taken from the last dot to melt. Appointment to the Framework Agreement will be made on a Product Line by Product Line basis. Evaluation will take place within each Lot. NHS Supply Chain anticipates appointing all Applicants who meet the minimum requirements which are set out in these tender documents and whose total score meets or exceeds a hurdle of at least 35% at tender evaluation stage to the relevant Product Line of the Framework Agreement. Additional information: It is anticipated that in the first 24 months of the Framework Agreement, the value of purchases for this Lot will be in the region of PS1,400,000 and for the full 48-month term (if extended), the anticipated value is circa PS2,800,000. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have an initial term of 24 months with an option to extend incrementally for a up to a total period of 48 months.

Electronic Thermometer Devices with Corded Probe, Associated Covers and Accessories

This Lot includes products which measure temperature either orally, axillary or rectally by use of a device with a fixed cable and probe with and/or flexible tip. These devices identify the temperature in a numerical reading and can also be referred to as digital thermometers. These devices require probe covers which assist with infection control and are included in this Lot. Appointment to the Framework Agreement will be made on a Product Line by Product Line basis. Evaluation will take place within each Lot. NHS Supply Chain anticipates appointing all Applicants who meet the minimum requirements which are set out in these tender documents and whose total score meets or exceeds a hurdle of at least 35% - at tender evaluation stage to the relevant Product Line of the Framework Agreement. Additional information: It is anticipated that in the first 24 months of the Framework Agreement, the value of purchases for this Lot will be in the region of PS2,848,200 and for the full 48-month term (if extended), the anticipated value is circa PS5,811,000. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have an initial term of 24 months with an option to extend incrementally for a up to a total period of 48 months.

Electronic Thermometer Devices with Flexible Probe Tip and Associated Covers

This Lot includes products which measure temperature either orally, axillary or rectally by use of a device with a flexible probe tip. These devices identify the temperature in a numerical reading and can also be referred to as digital Thermometers. These devices require probe covers which assist with infection control and are included in this Lot. Appointment to the Framework Agreement will be made on a Product Line by Product Line basis. Evaluation will take place within each Lot. NHS Supply Chain anticipates appointing all Applicants who meet the minimum requirements which are set out in these tender documents and whose total score meets or exceeds a hurdle of at least 35% - at tender evaluation stage to the relevant Product Line of the Framework Agreement. Additional information: It is anticipated that in the first 24 months of the Framework Agreement, the value of purchases for this Lot will be in the region of PS17,000 and for the full 48-month term (if extended), the anticipated value is circa PS32,000. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have an initial term of 24 months with an option to extend incrementally for a up to a total period of 48 months.

Electronic Thermometer Devices with Rigid Probe Tip and Associated Covers

This Lot includes products which measure temperature either orally, axillary or rectally by use of a device with a rigid probe tip. These devices identify the temperature in a numerical reading and can also be referred to as digital thermometers. These devices require probe covers which assist with infection control and are included in this Lot. Appointment to the Framework Agreement will be made on a Product Line by Product Line basis. Evaluation will take place within each Lot. NHS Supply Chain anticipates appointing all Applicants who meet the minimum requirements which are set out in these tender documents and whose total score meets or exceeds a hurdle of at least 35% at tender evaluation stage to the relevant Product Line of the Framework Agreement. Additional information: It is anticipated that in the first 24 months of the Framework Agreement, the value of purchases for this Lot will be in the region of PS110,000 and for the full 48-month term (if extended), the anticipated value is circa PS220,000. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have an initial term of 24 months with an option to extend incrementally for a up to a total period of 48 months.

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This Lot includes products which measure temperature from within the ear cavity by taking a reading from the tympanic membrane. These devices identify temperature in a numerical reading and require probe covers to assist with infection control, which are also included in this Lot. Appointment to the Framework Agreement will be made on a Product Line by Product Line basis. Evaluation will take place within each Lot. NHS Supply Chain anticipates appointing all Applicants who meet the minimum requirements which are set out in these tender documents and whose total score meets or exceeds a hurdle of at least 35% at tender evaluation stage to the relevant Product Line of the Framework Agreement. Additional information: It is anticipated that in the first 24 months of the Framework Agreement, the value of purchases for this Lot will be in the region of PS18,180,000 and for the full 48-month term (if extended), the anticipated value is circa PS37,095,000. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have an initial term of 24 months with an option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months.

Non Contact Temporal Artery Thermometer Devices and Accessories

This Lot includes devices which are used generate a temperature reading from the forehead. These thermometers take a reading from the heat emitted from the skin above the temporal artery and shows as a numerical reading. Devices are held away from the patient, and therefore referred to as 'non contact'. Appointment to the Framework Agreement will be made on a Product Line by Product Line basis. Evaluation will take place within each Lot. NHS Supply Chain anticipates appointing all Applicants who meet the minimum requirements which are set out in these tender documents and whose total score meets or exceeds a hurdle of at least 35% at tender evaluation stage to the relevant Product Line of the Framework Agreement. Additional information: It is anticipated that in the first 24 months of the Framework Agreement, the value of purchases for this Lot will be in the region of PS808,000 and for the full 48-month term (if extended), the anticipated value is circa PS1,650,000. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have an initial term of 24 months with an option to extend incrementally for a up to a total period of 48 months.

Tympanic Thermometer Devices, Associated Covers and Accessories

This Lot includes products which measure temperature from within the ear cavity by taking a reading from the tympanic membrane. These devices identify temperature in a numerical reading and require probe covers to assist with infection control, which are also included in this Lot. Appointment to the Framework Agreement will be made on a Product Line by Product Line basis. Evaluation will take place within each Lot. NHS Supply Chain anticipates appointing all Applicants who meet the minimum requirements which are set out in these tender documents and whose total score meets or exceeds a hurdle of at least 35% at tender evaluation stage to the relevant Product Line of the Framework Agreement. Additional information: It is anticipated that in the first 24 months of the Framework Agreement, the value of purchases for this Lot will be in the region of PS18,180,000 and for the full 48-month term (if extended), the anticipated value is circa PS37,095,000. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have an initial term of 24 months with an option to extend incrementally for a up to a total period of 48 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-028789
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019527-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

33190000 - Miscellaneous medical devices and products

33195000 - Patient-monitoring system

38412000 - Thermometers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£47,610,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£47,610,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£47,608,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Aug 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jun 20215 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Active, Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

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 6LH
Postcode Area
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
St George's
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
30
Supplier Names

Albert Waeschle Limited

Almond Nursing Limited

Arbarr Electronics Limited

Braun & Co Limited

Cardinal Health UK 432 Limited

Crest Medical Limited

Denward Manufacturing Limited

Drive Devilbiss Heathcare Limited

G H Zeal Limited

Henry Schein Holdings Limited

Kinetik Medical Devices Limited

Li Qin International Limited

Low Cost Health Ltd

Marsden Weighing Machine Group Limited

Masimo Europe Limited

Medical Indicators Europe Ltd

Medline Industries Limited

Microlife Health Management Limited

Oscartech UK Ltd

Praxis Medical Ltd

Proact Medical Limited

Reliance Medical Ltd

Rudolf Riester GmbH

Syringa UK Ltd

Timesco Healthcare Limited

Trimedika Limited

Welch Allyn (UK) Limited

White Medical

Williams Medical Supplies Limited

Worldlink Resources Limited

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