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Syringes, Needles including Biopsy and Associated Products

Supply Chain Coordination Limited

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

10 Jun 2025 at 13:41

Award Notice
Tender

10 Jul 2024 at 15:44

Tender Notice
Planning

20 Dec 2023 at 14:42

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Supply Chain, operated by Supply Chain Coordination Ltd, is initiating a public procurement process for the supply and delivery of syringes, needles, biopsy needles, and associated products across various locations in the UK. This framework agreement, categorised under goods, is crucial for the health sector and covers a wide range of medical consumables and equipment. The procurement is currently in the planning stage as of December 2023, with a notice for future tenders expected around July 2024. The estimated value of this 48-month framework agreement stands at approximately £260 million, reflecting significant initial expenditures ranging from £50 to £65 million in the first year alone. The process follows an open procurement method, allowing for numerous suppliers to participate in bidding for up to two lots per supplier.

The procurement offers vast opportunities for businesses specialising in medical supplies, particularly those with capabilities in producing or supplying syringes and needles, including advanced equipment like biopsy and spinal needles. Companies excelling in quality and innovation can benefit from this framework by securing long-term agreements with the NHS, potentially increasing their market share and credibility in the healthcare sector. As the framework encourages compliance with standards like ISO 9001:2015 and UKCA/CE certifications, businesses that already meet these requirements or are positioned to comply swiftly will have a competitive edge. The inclusion of criteria for resilience, training, and social value in the tender evaluation highlights the NHS's commitment to sustainable and responsible procurement, aligning with suppliers who offer added value and demonstrate corporate social responsibility.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Syringes, Needles including Biopsy and Associated Products

Notice Description

This Framework Agreement is for the supply of syringes, needles including biopsy and products associated with their use including safety versions where applicable. Needles and syringes can be supplied both as individual products and in combination with each other and include: Syringes; Needles; Biopsy needles, Combined needles and syringes; Safety needles; Combined safety needles and syringes; and Products associated with the use of needles and/or syringes as above. It is anticipated that in the first 12 months of the Framework Agreement the total value of purchases under it will be around PS97,500,000. For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value is around PS340,000,000. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information. The values provided are for guidance only and are not a guarantee of business with successful suppliers.

Lot Information

Syringes, Needles & Associated Products

This Lot is for syringes, needles and associated products. Please refer to the tender documents for the detail on the product lines and specification for this Lot. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS90,000,000 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.

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

Biopsy Needles and Associated Products

This Lot is for biopsy needles and associated products. Please refer to the tender documents for the detail on the product lines and specification for this Lot. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS7,500,000 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.

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

Syringes, Needles & Associated Products

This Lot is for syringes, needles and associated products. Please refer to the tender documents for the detail on the product lines and specification for this Lot. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS90,000,000 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.

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

Biopsy Needles and Associated Products

This Lot is for biopsy needles and associated products. Please refer to the tender documents for the detail on the product lines and specification for this Lot. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS7,500,000 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.

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

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0428bd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031260-2025
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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

33140000 - Medical consumables

33141310 - Syringes

33141320 - Medical needles

33141321 - Anesthesia needles

33141323 - Biopsy needles

33141326 - Radiology procedural needles

33141328 - Epidural needles

33141329 - Amniocentesia needles

33171300 - Epidural kits or packs

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£340,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£340,000,000 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
2 Jul 2024Expired
Award Date
10 Jun 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Active, Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Supply Chain Coordination Limited
Additional Buyers

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

Further Information

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