This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

01 Aug 2024 at 09:22

Tender

06 Dec 2023 at 16:21

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Supply Chain, operated by Supply Chain Coordination Ltd (SCCL), has initiated a procurement process for an "External Breast Prosthesis and Chest Support" project. This initiative falls under the goods category within the health industry and is scoped to serve various locations across the UK. The process is in the Tender stage as of December 2023, with final submissions due by 15 January 2024 and the award period beginning on 16 January 2024. The framework agreement is valued at approximately GBP 7,000,000 over its term. It includes two primary lots: External breast prostheses and accessories, and Chest support garments and bras, with a focus on products that support post-operative needs.

This procurement offers substantial business opportunities, particularly for SMEs in the medical and healthcare supplies sector. The framework agreement's value and scope provide an excellent opportunity for growth by supplying essential prosthesis and support garments. It supports supply chain resilience, customer service excellence, and social value, including fighting climate change and promoting equal opportunities. Businesses experienced in manufacturing or distributing such medical goods and with robust supply chain capabilities would be well-suited to compete in this tender. The open procurement method ensures a fair opportunity for all qualified suppliers, fostering an environment for competitive and innovative solutions in the healthcare sector.

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Notice Title

External Breast Prosthesis and Chest Support

Notice Description

The Framework Agreement will look to include the following range of products: whole breast prostheses, partial breast prostheses, soft form and leisure breast prostheses, bras and accessories for bras and prostheses. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of 1 500 000 GBP in the first year of this framework agreement, however this is approximate only and the values may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the framework agreement. The estimated value over the total framework agreement term is 7 000 000 GBP

Lot Information

External breast prostheses and accessories

Whole and Partial breast protheses including soft forms, leisure prosthesis, nipples, and prosthesis accessories. These products are made from various materials and designed to simulate the appearance of breast tissue and is typically fitted within a brassiere.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for a period up to 48 months

Chest support garments and bras

Post operative, prosthesis and compression bras and chest support garments and bra accessories. These undergarments or reinforced wraps are designed to support and /or contour the breast or chest after surgical intervention.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for a period up to 48 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-042233
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024066-2024
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33184400 - Breast prostheses

33184420 - External breast prostheses

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£7,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£7,000,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Aug 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jul 20242 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
NHS Supply Chain Operated by Supply Chain Coordination Ltd (SCCL)
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
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)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
10
Supplier Names

Amoena (UK) Limited

Anita UK Ltd

Boost Innovations Ltd

Eurosurgical

Iskus Health UK Ltd

Medalin Limited

Nagor Ltd

Thuasne UK Ltd

Trulife Limited

Womanzone (UK) Ltd

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