Award

NHS Scotland National Uniform

THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

28 Jun 2021 at 15:54

Tender

25 Feb 2021 at 15:08

Planning

21 Jan 2021 at 11:40

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the NHS Scotland National Uniform, initiated by the Common Services Agency (NHS National Services Scotland), is currently in the awarded stage. This framework agreement targets the supply of occupational clothing and accessories for NHS personnel across Scotland, including Ambulance Service staff and health-related students from various universities. The estimated total contract value is £18.8 million, covering a six-year duration with potential extensions. Key deadlines include the tender period closing on 9 April 2021, with contract signatures dated 18 June 2021, and orders to be delivered to approximately 260 locations throughout Scotland.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in manufacturing and supplying occupational clothing, particularly those capable of adhering to stringent quality and design specifications. Companies with expertise in managing large-scale supply chains, including transportation and intelligent stock management systems, will be well-positioned to apply. This contract not only requires high-quality uniform production but also emphasises community benefits, making it appealing to businesses committed to social responsibility and community engagement.

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Notice Title

NHS Scotland National Uniform

Notice Description

Framework agreement for the supply of uniforms to all entities constituted pursuant to the national Health Service(Scotland)Act1978(i.e. all NHS Scotland Health Boards and the Authority or other NHS organisations established pursuant to the NHS(Scotland)Act1978)and any Integrated Joint Boards established pursuant to the Public Bodies(Joint Working)Scotland Act 2014.All Scottish Hospices The NHS in Scotland requires a contractor to provide a national uniform set to NHS Scotland personnel including Scottish Ambulance Service and students in health related training establishments throughout Scottish universities. The current national uniform set consists of core garments: tunic, trousers and polo-shirts. Other garments include blouses, shirts, fleece and tailored trousers. The SAS core uniform consists shirts, trousers, boots and helmets. The contractor must be able to receive and deliver garments to and from approximately 260 delivery locations plus many more delivery points throughout Scotland. The successful contractor will be required to manufacture items to a set design and stringent quality specification which, whilst durable and fit for purpose, provides the NHS in Scotland with value for money. Current supply chain includes a supported business sub contract; the Authority intends for this to be continued.

Lot Information

NP721-21 NHS Scotland National Uniform

The NHS in Scotland requires a contractor to provide a national uniform set to NHS Scotland personnel and students in health related training establishments throughout Scottish universities. The current national uniform set consists of core garments: tunic, trousers and polo-shirts. Other garments include blouses, shirts, fleece and tailored trousers. The contractor must be able to receive and deliver garments to and from approximately 130 delivery locations plus many more delivery points throughout Scotland. The successful contractor will be required to manufacture items to a set design and stringent quality specification which, whilst durable and fit for purpose, provides the NHS in Scotland with value for money. They will be required to manage the supply chain including arrangement of transportation, storage and distribution, along with managing order fulfilment and customer returns. The successful contractor will also be expected to operate an end to end intelligent stock management and order fulfilment system to ensure that short customer delivery timescales can be adhered to. Interested suppliers should note there is a supported business sub contract in the current framework and supply chain and the Authority intends to continue this in the new framework - further information will be provided in the tender documentation.

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions

NHS Scotland - Scottish Ambulance Service

The NHS in Scotland requires a contractor to provide a national uniform set to NHS Scotland Scottish Ambulance Service (SAS) personnel throughout various site throughout Scotland. The current SAS uniform set consists of core garments: shoes/boots, trousers, shirts, helmets,gloves, soft-shell jackets, sliders and epaulettes. The contractor must be able to receive and deliver garments to and from approximately 130 delivery locations plus many more delivery points throughout Scotland. The successful contractor will be required to manufacture items to a set design and stringent quality specification which, whilst durable and fit for purpose, provides the NHS in Scotland with value for money. They will be required to manage the supply chain including arrangement of transportation, storage and distribution, along with managing order fulfilment and customer returns. The successful contractor will also be expected to operate an end to end intelligent stock management and order fulfilment system to ensure that short customer delivery timescales can be adhered to.

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-028c21
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014744-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories


CPV Codes

18100000 - Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories

18110000 - Occupational clothing

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£18,800,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£18,800,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£20,423,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
26 Feb 2021Expired
Award Date
17 Jun 20214 years ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2021 - 30 Nov 2027 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")
Contact Name
Rebecca Cruickshanks
Contact Email
rebecca.cruickshanks@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312756840

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

ALSICO LAUCUBA LTD T/A MELTEMI

MWUK T/A DIMENSIONS

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