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Hearing Aids, Hearing Aid Batteries and Custom Ear Moulds

NHS Supply Chain Operated by Health Solutions Team Limited acting as agent of Supply Chain Coordination Ltd (SCCL)

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15 Dec 2021 at 22:45

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Supply Chain, acting on behalf of the Health Solutions Team Limited, is planning to initiate a tender for the supply of Hearing Aids, Hearing Aid Batteries, and Custom Ear Moulds in the UK. The procurement is categorised under 'goods' and is intended to create a non-exclusive Framework Agreement that will facilitate access to essential hearing solutions for both adults and children with varying levels of hearing loss. The estimated value of this framework is approximately £246,000,000, with initial expenditure expected to be around £113,000,000. Key dates include the completion deadline for the Request for Information (RFI), which is 10th January 2022, and the future notice of tender expected on 16th December 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the healthcare and medical supplies sectors, specifically those manufacturing and distributing hearing aids and related accessories. Companies that specialise in ISO9001:2015 accredited products and can meet the certification requirements will be well-positioned to compete. The Framework Agreement allows for various NHS entities and private sector organisations to enter direct contracts, making this an excellent chance for suppliers to expand their market reach and increase revenue through bulk supply and value-added offerings.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Hearing Aids, Hearing Aid Batteries and Custom Ear Moulds

Notice Description

Non-exclusive Framework Agreement (FAG) for the supply to the NHS Supply Chain customer base via the E-Direct and Stocked routes to market. Product range to include, but not limited to the supply of Hearing Aids (including Re-chargeable Hearing Aids), Hearing Aid Batteries and Custom Made Ear Moulds that meet the requirements of users with varying levels of hearing loss. The Framework Agreement will provide access to hearing solutions for adults and children with both mild and or moderate hearing problems and servere-profound hearing problems. Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS113,000,000.00 for the initial term of FAG, however this is approximate only and the values may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the FAG. The estimated value over the total FAG term (including any extension options) is PS246,000,000.00.

Lot Information

Hearing Aids

This Lot covers a range of hearing aids for adults with severe to profound hearing loss (high/super power hearing aids), hearing aids for adults with moderate to severe hearing loss (multiple power hearing aids), paediatric hearing aids and niche & innovation hearing aids, including re-chargeable hearing aids (but not limited to); -- BTE (Behind the Ear) -- Moderate Power, -- Mini BTE (Behind the Ear) -- Moderate Power, -- ITE (In the Ear) -- Moderate Power, -- RIC (Receiver in Canal) -- Moderate Power, -- Body Worn -- Moderate power. -- BTE (Behind the Ear) -- High Power, -- ITE (In the Ear) -- High Power, -- RIC (Receiver in Canal) -- High Power, -- BTE (Behind the Ear) -- Super Power, -- RIC (Receiver in Canal) -- Super Power, -- ITE (In the Ear) -- Super Power. -- RIC (Receiver in Canal) -- Multiple power, -- BTE (Behind the Ear) -- Multiple Power, -- ITE (In the Ear) -- Multiple power. -- Tinnitus Device -- Multiple Power, --Custom ITE (In the Ear) - Hearing Aids. -- Combination devices -- Multiple Power, -- Innovative hearing aids. This lot will also cover a range of hearing aid accessories and miscellaneous products including, (but not limited to): -- Impression materials & accessories, -- Tubing, -- Presentation cases/boxes, -- Bone conductor & accessories, -- Insert earphone tips, -- Selection of evoked potential electrodes, -- Ear tips, -- Otostops, -- Syringes, -- Impression guns, -- Otolights, -- Comply tips, -- Communicators, -- Probe tubes, -- Speculae, -- Otoacoustic emission (OAE)/tymp tips, -- Accessory & care kits, -- Audiology booklet, -- Impression boxes. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that expenditure for the initial term will be in the region of PS104,000,000.00 of this Framework Agreement to PS231,000,000.00 for the full term. However, these values are approximate only and may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the Framework Agreement.

Hearing Aid Batteries

This Lot covers hearing aid batteries to the NHS for the use in NHS patients hearing aids. Battery sizes consist of but are not limited to, R44 (675), R41 (312), R48 (13), R70 (10), R44 (Cochlear Implant 675). Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that expenditure for the initial term will be in the region of PS7,000,000.00 of this Framework Agreement to PS11,000,000.00 for the full term. However, these values are approximate only and may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the Framework Agreement.

Custom Ear Moulds

This lot covers Custom Ear Mould products, including (but not limited to): -Ear Moulds; Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that expenditure for the initial term will be in the region of PS2,000,000.00 of this Framework Agreement to PS4,000,000.00 for the full term. However, these values are approximate only and may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the Framework Agreement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0301d1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031322-2021
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

31420000 - Primary batteries

33185000 - Hearing aids

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£246,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
16 Dec 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS Supply Chain Operated by Health Solutions Team Limited acting as agent of Supply Chain Coordination Ltd (SCCL)
Additional Buyers

Health Solutions Team Limited,

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
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
St George's
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Further Information

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