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Award

20 Oct 2022 at 10:49

Tender

27 May 2022 at 13:43

Summary of the contracting process

The buying organisation, Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, has awarded a national framework agreement for a capsule endoscopy managed service within the medical imaging services industry. This procurement stage has been completed, with a contract value of £40,000,000. The contract was signed on 21st September 2022 and will have a duration of two years, with possible extensions for up to four years. The procurement method used was an open procedure, allowing for multiple suppliers to compete for the contract.

This tender for capsule endoscopy managed services presents an opportunity for businesses in the healthcare sector, particularly those offering endoscopy devices and related services. As the framework agreement allows NHS authorities and other public sector bodies to procure these services, businesses with expertise in medical imaging and healthcare technologies would be well-suited to compete. The contract terms and renewal options provide potential for long-term partnerships, making this a strategic growth opportunity for suppliers in the services category.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for Capsule Endoscopy Managed Services

Notice Description

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust's Commercial Procurement Service (CPS) has awarded a national framework agreement for the provision of a capsule endoscopy managed service which will allow NHS authorities and other public sector bodies to procure the services from a compliant purchasing framework.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Capsule endoscopy is a diagnostic test used to examine the gastrointestinal tract and check for disorders and conditions such as Crohn's disease, polyps and malabsorption. The procedure is an alternative to traditional endoscopy and could provide a better patient experience. The patient is prepared by attaching sensors to their abdomen. Sedation or anaesthesia are not needed before taking the capsule. The capsule is swallowed with water. The capsule has its own camera and light and takes a series of images. While the capsule passes through the body, it sends images to a data recorder which is typically worn in a shoulder bag, close to the waist. Patients can go about their normal routine and the entire procedure takes about eight hours. Afterwards, images from the data recorder are downloaded and analysed to provide a report to the patient's consultant, who will review it with the patient. The capsule is disposable and will pass through the body naturally with bowel movement. The procedure, and the reporting process, can be undertaken outside of a hospital setting. This can be more convenient for the patient, and free up hospital space. Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust's Commercial Procurement Service (CPS) has awarded a national framework agreement for the provision of a capsule endoscopy managed service which will allow NHS authorities and other public sector bodies to procure the services from a compliant purchasing framework.

Options: The Term of this Framework Agreement shall be two (2) years from the Commencement Date and may be extended for up to a further two (2) years in yearly increments provided that the duration of this Framework Agreement shall be no longer than four (4) years in total.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0340e6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029550-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

33168000 - Endoscopy, endosurgery devices

85150000 - Medical imaging services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£40,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£40,000,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Oct 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jun 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Sep 20223 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Additional Buyers

The eligible users of the proposed framework agreement are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge at: www.nhssourcing.co.uk

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHESTER
Postcode
CH2 1UL
Postcode Area
Chester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Upton
Westminster Constituency
Chester North and Neston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
4
Supplier Names

10/10 MEDICAL LIMITED

COMMUNITY HEALTH AND EYECARE LIMITED

CorporateHealth International UK Ltd

PORTLAND CLINICAL LIMITED

Further Information

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