This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

26 Nov 2025 at 13:52

Tender

16 Sep 2024 at 16:37

Planning

12 Jan 2024 at 16:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Electrosurgical Consumables and Related Accessories 2025" has been conducted by Supply Chain Coordination Limited, a national agency operating under the Department of Health in the UK. This open procurement procedure was aimed at sourcing a variety of operating theatre devices and instruments, specifically electrosurgical consumables such as patient plate return electrodes and surgical plume products. The process, initially announced as a tender, culminated in a contract award stage, formalised on 9th May 2025. The framework agreement spans a potential 48-month period, with the first year's anticipated purchase value around £14,080,000, and a total expected value of approximately £56,320,000. Deliveries are to occur at various locations across the UK.

This procurement offers substantial opportunities for businesses in the medical devices sector, particularly those supplying goods compatible with electrosurgery. With a framework agreement incorporating multiple lots, companies specialising in medical equipment manufacturing, particularly electrosurgical unit components, would find this contract highly promising. The procurement process engaged several suppliers including notable SMEs, allowing diverse participation and fostering healthy competition. This environment enables businesses to leverage quality offerings and service enhancements, tailoring proposals to competitive advantage criteria such as social value and sustainability which are integral to the NHS procurement strategy.

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Notice Title

Electrosurgical Consumables and Related Accessories 2025

Notice Description

The Framework Agreement is for the supply of electrosurgical consumables and related accessories including patient plate return electrodes, reusable patient return capacitive electrodes, electrosurgical pencils and electrodes, surgical plume products, suction coagulators, coablation wands, monopolar and bipolar forceps and related consumables. This framework was previously known as diathermy consumables. It is anticipated that in the first 12 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases will be circa PS14,080,000, however this is approximate only. For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value is around PS56,320,000. The figures for the total estimated value are based on that initial expenditure and include a forecast for growth. The values provided are for guidance only and are not a guarantee of business with successful suppliers. The figures for the total estimated value are based on that initial expenditure and include a forecast for growth.

Lot Information

Patient Plate Return Electrodes, Reusable Patient Return Capacitive Electrodes and Associated Accessories

This Lot aims to offer Patient Return Electrode, compatible cables and leads and other associated Accessories. Patient Return Electrodes are designed to act as an inactive electrode to carry electric current away from the patient during a procedure that uses electrosurgery. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS2,000,000 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 for up to a total period of 48 months.

Electrosurgical Pencils, Monopolar Electrode Attachments and Associated Products

This Lot aims to offer Electrosurgical Pencils, Electrode attachments, tip cleaners, X-ray scratch pads, polishers and other associated accessories. Electrosurgical pencils are used during surgical procedures to cut both tissue and produce coagulation via electro-cautery. The Electrode attachments are used in conjunction with the diathermy pencils. Associated accessories can also be used in conjunction with both pencils and electrode attachments. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS3,500,000 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 for up to a total period of 48 months.

Surgical Plume Extraction Products including Pencils, Monopolar and Bipolar Coagulation Forceps, Filters, Tips, Surgical Plume Evacuation Machines and Associated Products

This Lot aims to offer Surgical Plume Extraction Products including Pencils, Monopolar and Bipolar Coagulation Forceps, Filters, Tips, Surgical Plume Evacuation Machines and Associated Products, these are used during surgical procedures to cut both tissue and product coagulation via electro-cautery. These pencils have an added feature of facilitating smoke evacuation via extraction tubes. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS6,000,000 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 for up to a total period of 48 months.

Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC) Argon Hand Switch Pencil and associated APC tips/accessories/probes

This Lot aims to offer Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC) Argon Hand Switch Pencil and associated APC tips/accessories/probes. These are used during surgical procedures to cut both tissue and produce coagulation via electro-cautery. These pencils have an added feature of emitting a plume of Argon gas from the tip of the pencil to help improve visibility of the procedure site and reduce the amount of blood present during the procedure. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS50,000.00 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 for up to a total period of 48 months.

Monopolar Suction Coagulators, Coblation Wands and Disposable Cautery Pencils

This Lot aims to offer Monopolar Suction Coagulators , these are used during open surgical procedures to aspirate blood and small tissue, whilst controlling bleeding. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS30,000.00 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 for up to a total period of 48 months.

Forceps for electrosurgery including Monopolar coagulation and Bipolar coagulation forceps

This Lot aims to offer Forceps for electrosurgery including Monopolar coagulation and Bipolar coagulation forceps, these are pincer type hand held electro-surgical instument to coagulate tissue during surgical procedures. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS2,500,000 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 for up to a total period of 48 months.

Patient Plate Return Electrodes, Reusable Patient Return Capacitive Electrodes and Associated Accessories

This Lot aims to offer Patient Return Electrode, compatible cables and leads and other associated Accessories. Patient Return Electrodes are designed to act as an inactive electrode to carry electric current away from the patient during a procedure that uses electrosurgery. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS2,000,000 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 for up to a total period of 48 months.

Electrosurgical Pencils, Monopolar Electrode Attachments and Associated Products

This Lot aims to offer Electrosurgical Pencils, Electrode attachments, tip cleaners, X-ray scratch pads, polishers and other associated accessories. Electrosurgical pencils are used during surgical procedures to cut both tissue and produce coagulation via electro-cautery. The Electrode attachments are used in conjunction with the diathermy pencils. Associated accessories can also be used in conjunction with both pencils and electrode attachments. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS3,500,000 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 for up to a total period of 48 months.

Surgical Plume Extraction Products including Pencils, Monopolar and Bipolar Coagulation Forceps, Filters, Tips, Surgical Plume Evacuation Machines and Associated Products

This Lot aims to offer Surgical Plume Extraction Products including Pencils, Monopolar and Bipolar Coagulation Forceps, Filters, Tips, Surgical Plume Evacuation Machines and Associated Products, these are used during surgical procedures to cut both tissue and product coagulation via electro-cautery. These pencils have an added feature of facilitating smoke evacuation via extraction tubes. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS6,000,000 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 for up to a total period of 48 months.

Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC) Argon Hand Switch Pencil and associated APC tips/accessories/probes

This Lot aims to offer Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC) Argon Hand Switch Pencil and associated APC tips/accessories/probes. These are used during surgical procedures to cut both tissue and produce coagulation via electro-cautery. These pencils have an added feature of emitting a plume of Argon gas from the tip of the pencil to help improve visibility of the procedure site and reduce the amount of blood present during the procedure. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS50,000.00 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 for up to a total period of 48 months.

Monopolar Suction Coagulators, Coblation Wands and Disposable Cautery Pencils

This Lot aims to offer Monopolar Suction Coagulators , these are used during open surgical procedures to aspirate blood and small tissue, whilst controlling bleeding. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS30,000.00 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 for up to a total period of 48 months.

Forceps for electrosurgery including Monopolar coagulation and Bipolar coagulation forceps

This Lot aims to offer Forceps for electrosurgery including Monopolar coagulation and Bipolar coagulation forceps, these are pincer type hand held electro-surgical instument to coagulate tissue during surgical procedures. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS2,500,000 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 for up to a total period of 48 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-042cde
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077281-2025
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
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

31711140 - Electrodes

33161000 - Electrosurgical unit

33162000 - Operating theatre devices and instruments

33162100 - Operating-theatre devices

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£56,320,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£56,320,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Nov 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
27 Aug 2024Expired
Award Date
9 May 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
33
Supplier Names

Bolton Surgical Ltd

CRITICAL HEALTHCARE UK LIMITED

ConMed UK Ltd

Delta Surgical Ltd

Elemental Healthcare Ltd

Empire Medical UK LTD

Erbe Medical UK Limited

Eurosurgical Limited

Fannin UK Limited

Gemini Surgical UK

Ideal Medical Solutions LTD

J&M MEDICAL NE LTD

Johnson & Johnson Medical Limited

Judd Medical Ltd

KCI Medical Limited

KeyMed (Medical and Industrial Equipment) Ltd

Medline Industries Limited

Medtronic Limited

Molnlycke Health Care Ltd

NISSHA MEDICAL TECHNIOLOGIES LTD

OscarTech UK Ltd

P.W.Coole & Son Limited

RB Medical Engineering Ltd

SRA Developments Lee Roach

STERIS Solutions Limited

Sela Medical UK Limited

Starkstrom Limited

Sterimed Medical Implants UK LTD

Stryker UK Limited

Surgica LTD

Timesco Healthcare Ltd

Toffeln Ltd

Unisurge International Ltd

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