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Award

22 Jan 2025 at 11:41

Tender

12 Aug 2024 at 15:23

Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), has undertaken a procurement process through its division National Procurement for the supply of Sterile Procedure Packs and supplementary items on behalf of all NHS Scotland Health Boards and other entities established under the NHS (Scotland) Act 1978. This procurement, covering the industry category of medical consumables, is currently in the tender stage. The procurement involves several lots, including Universal Dressing Packs, Eye Procedure Packs, and Suture Removal Procedure Packs, among others. The framework agreement is designed for a three-year period with a possible extension of up to two additional years. Key deadlines include the end date for tender submission on 11th September 2024, with the award period starting on the same day. The procurement method used is an open procedure.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in medical supplies to expand their operations and secure a consistent revenue stream through long-term engagements with NHS Scotland Health Boards and other Participating Authorities. The framework agreement envisages multiple suppliers for each product category, opening the door for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as evident from the previous awards to various suppliers such as Mediq Healthcare UK Ltd, Medscience Distribution Ltd, and Unisurge International Ltd. Firms that excel in training and support, sustainability, and competitive pricing will find this tender particularly advantageous. Furthermore, mandatory community benefits requirements ensure that participating businesses contribute positively to local communities, thereby enhancing their corporate social responsibility profile.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Sterile Procedure Packs

Notice Description

Supply of Sterile Procedure Packs & Supplementary Items to Health Boards via both the National Distribution Centre & Direct Delivery

Lot Information

Suture Removal Procedure Pack with Safety Stitch Cutter (Sterile)

Provision of Suture Removal Procedure Pack with Safety Stitch Cutter (Sterile) products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Catheterisation Pack (Sterile) Option 2

Provision of Catheterisation Pack (Sterile) Option 2 products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Light Support Bandage Stretched Double Wrapped (Sterile)

Provisions of Light Support Bandage Stretched Double Wrapped (Sterile) various sizes We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Light Support Crepe Bandage Stretched Double Wrapped (Sterile)

Provision of Light Support Crepe Bandage Stretched Double Wrapped (Sterile) various sizes We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Orthopaedic Wadding 1 Layer Bandage Long Double Wrapped (Sterile) (Single Pack)

Provision of Orthopaedic Wadding 1 Layer Bandage Long Double Wrapped (Sterile) (Single Pack) various sizes We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Orthopaedic Wadding 3 Layer Bandage Long Double Wrapped (Sterile) (Single Pack)

Provision of Orthopaedic Wadding 3 Layer Bandage Long Double Wrapped (Sterile) (Single Pack) various sizes We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Specimen Container Single Wrap 20ml with White Lid (Sterile)

Provision of Specimen Container Single Wrap 20ml with White Lid (Sterile) products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Aluminium Foil Bowl 500ml Single Wrap (Sterile)

Provisions of Aluminium Foil Bowl 500ml Single Wrap (Sterile) Products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Foil Tray 19 x 12.6 x 2.5cm Single Wrap (Sterile)

Provision of Foil Tray 19 x 12.6 x 2.5cm Single Wrap (Sterile) products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Polypropylene Gallipot 60ml Single Wrap (Sterile)

Provisions of Polypropylene Gallipot 60ml Single Wrap (Sterile) products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Polypropylene Bowl 500ml Single Wrap (Sterile) Square

Provision of Polypropylene Bowl 500ml Single Wrap (Sterile) Square products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Flat Pack Tray Calibrated, 800ml (Sterile)

Provision of Flat Pack Tray Calibrated, 800ml (Sterile) products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Kidney Dish Disposable Pulp (Sterile)

Provision of Kidney Dish Disposable Pulp (Sterile) Products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Jug 1 Ltr Irradiated (Sterile) Single/DoubleBagged

Provision of Jug 1 Ltr Irradiated (Sterile) Single/Double Bagged We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Forcep Fine Pointed Plastic Length 13cm (Sterile)

Provision of Forceps Fine Pointed Plastic Length 13cm (Sterile) products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Eye Pad Cotton Wool/Non-Woven Outer Single 8cm x 6cm Oval 5mm Thick Single Wrapped (Sterile)

Provisions of Eye Pad Cotton Wool/Non-Woven Outer Single 8cm x 6cm Oval 5mm Thick Single Wrapped (Sterile) products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Water Repellent Drapes x2, 60cm x 60cm (Sterile)

Provision of Water Repellent Drapes x2, 60cm x 60cm (Sterile) products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Dressing Towel 50cm x 45cm 2ply Double/Single Wrapped Singles (Sterile)

Provisions of Dressing Towel 50cm x 45cm 2ply Double/Single Wrapped Singles (Sterile) products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Gauze & Cotton Dressing 45cm x 90cm Double Wrapped (Sterile) single wrap alt?

Provision of Gauze & Cotton Dressing 45cm x 90cm Double Wrapped (Sterile) products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Gauze & Cotton Dressing 45cm x 90cm Double Wrapped (Sterile) single wrap alt?

Provision of Maternity Pad Size 2 Press On With Adhesive Strip 24cm x 7cm x 18mm Single Wrapped (Sterile) products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Dressing Pad Extra Absorbent Pulp Filled Single Wrapped (Sterile)

provision of Dressing Pad Extra Absorbent Pulp Filled Single Wrapped (Sterile) various sizes, products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Wound Pad Gauze and Cotton Tissue Thick Double Wrapped (Sterile)

Provision of Wound Pad Gauze and Cotton Tissue Thick Double Wrapped (Sterile) various sizes We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Surgical Sheet, Single Ply White Water Repellent Paper 90cm x 90cm Double Wrapped (Sterile)

Provisions of Surgical Sheet, Single Ply White Water Repellent Paper 90cm x 90cm Double Wrapped (Sterile) products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Surgical Sheet, Single Ply White Water Repellent Paper 90cm x 90cm Single Wrap (Sterile)

Provision of Surgical Sheet, Single Ply White Water Repellent Paper 90cm x 90cm Single Wrap (Sterile)products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Gauze Swabs x2, 10cm x 10cm 12 Ply BP Type 13 Single Wrap (Sterile)

Provisions of Gauze Swabs x2, 10cm x 10cm 12 Ply BP Type 13 Single Wrap (Sterile) products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Gauze Swabs x5, 10cm x 10cm 12 Ply BP Type 13 Single Wrap (Sterile)

Provision of Gauze Swabs x5, 10cm x 10cm 12 Ply BP Type 13 Single Wrap (Sterile) products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Gauze Swabs x5, 10cm x 10cm 12 Ply BP Type 13 Light Blue Double Wrapped (Sterile)

Provision of Gauze Swabs x5, 10cm x 10cm 12 Ply BP Type 13 Light Blue Double Wrapped (Sterile) products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Gauze Swabs x10, 10cm x 10cm 32 Ply BP Type 12 Light White Single Wrap (Sterile)

provision of Gauze Swabs x10, 10cm x 10cm 32 Ply BP Type 12 Light White Single Wrap (Sterile) products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Gauze Swabs x5, 10cm x 10cm 32 Ply BP Type 13 Light Blue Double Wrapped (Sterile)

Provision of Gauze Swabs x5, 10cm x 10cm 32 Ply BP Type 13 Light Blue Double Wrapped (Sterile) products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Gauze Swabs x5, 5cm x 5cm 12 Ply BP Type 13 Single Wrap (Sterile)

Provision of Gauze Swabs x5, 5cm x 5cm 12 Ply BP Type 13 Single Wrap (Sterile) products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Gauze Swabs x5, 22.5cm x 7.5cm 16 Ply BP Type 13 Double Wrapped (Sterile)

Provision of Gauze Swabs x5, 22.5cm x 7.5cm 16 Ply BP Type 13 Double Wrapped (Sterile) products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Non Woven Swabs x5, 4 Ply Single Wrap (Sterile)

Provision of Non Woven Swabs x5, 4 Ply Single Wrap (Sterile) varies sizes products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Throat Pack Adult 4 Ply BP Gauze Strip Stitched Both Ends 10cm Wide x 1.2m Long Double Wrapped (Sterile)

Provision of Throat Pack Adult 4 Ply BP Gauze Strip Stitched Both Ends products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Throat Pack Paediatric 4 Ply BP Gauze Strip Stitched Both Ends 7.5cm Wide x 1.2m Long Double Wrapped (Sterile)

Provision of Eye Procedure Pack (Sterile) products. We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Tampon No 1 Maternity X-Ray Detectable 7.5cm x 2.5cm

Provision of Tampon No 1 Maternity X-Ray Detectable 7.5cm x 2.5cm products We envisage that Five (5) suppliers will be awarded to this lot as a Multi Supplier unranked Framework

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs White X10 5Cmx 5Cm 32Ply Type 13 Double Wrapped (Sterile)

Provision of X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs White X10 5Cmx 5Cm 32Ply Type 13 Double Wrapped (Sterile) products We envisage that Five (5) suppliers will be awarded to this lot as a Multi Supplier unranked Framework

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs White 2 X Tied 5S 10Cm X 10Cm 32Ply Type 13 Double Wrapped (Sterile)

Provision of X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs White 2 X Tied 5S 10Cm X 10Cm 32Ply Type 13 Double Wrapped (Sterile) products We envisage that Five (5) suppliers will be awarded to this lot as a Multi Supplier unranked Framework

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs White 2 X Tied 5S 15Cm X 10Cm 24Ply Type 13 Double Wrapped (Sterile)

Provision of X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs White 2 X Tied 5S 15Cm X 10Cm 24Ply Type 13 Double Wrapped (Sterile) products

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs White Tied 5S 30Cm X 30Cm 24Ply Type 13 Stitched With Cotton Tape Double Wrapped (Sterile)

Provision of X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs White Tied 5S 30Cm X 30Cm 24Ply Type 13 Stitched With Cotton Tape Double Wrapped (Sterile) products

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs White Tied 5S 30Cm X 30Cm 18Ply Type 13 Stitched With Cotton Tape Double Wrapped (Sterile)

Provision of X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs White Tied 5S 30Cm X 30Cm 18Ply Type 13 Stitched With Cotton Tape Double Wrapped (Sterile) products

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs White Tied 5S 30Cm X 30Cm 12Ply Type 13 Looped Double Wrapped (Sterile)

Provision of X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs White Tied 5S 30Cm X 30Cm 12Ply Type 13 Looped Double Wrapped (Sterile) products We envisage that Five (5) suppliers will be awarded to this lot as a Multi Supplier unranked Framework

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs White Tied 5S 45Cm X 45Cm 12Ply Type 13 Stitched With Cotton Tape Double Wrapped (Sterile)

Provision of X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs White Tied 5S 45Cm X 45Cm 12Ply Type 13 Stitched With Cotton Tape Double Wrapped (Sterile) products

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs White Tied 5S 36Cm X 11Cm 16Ply Type 13 Double Wrapped (Sterile)

Provision of X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs White Tied 5S 36Cm X 11Cm 16Ply Type 13 Double Wrapped (Sterile) products We envisage that Five (5) suppliers will be awarded to this lot as a Multi Supplier unranked Framework

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs, White, Tied 5, 7.5Cm X 10Cm 32 Ply Bp Type 13 Double Wrapped (Sterile)

Provision of X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs, White, Tied 5, 7.5Cm X 10Cm 32 Ply Bp Type 13 Double Wrapped (Sterile) products We envisage that Five (5) suppliers will be awarded to this lot as a Multi Supplier unranked Framework

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs, White, Tied 5'S, 7.5Cm X 7.5Cm 12 Ply Type 13 Double Wrapped (Sterile)

Provision of X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs, White, Tied 5'S, 7.5Cm X 7.5Cm 12 Ply Type 13 Double Wrapped (Sterile) products We envisage that Five (5) suppliers will be awarded to this lot as a Multi Supplier unranked Framework

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs White Tied 5S 15Cm X 2.5Cm 16Ply Type 13 Double Wrapped (Sterile)

Provision of X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs White Tied 5S 15Cm X 2.5Cm 16Ply Type 13 Double Wrapped (Sterile) products We envisage that Five (5) suppliers will be awarded to this lot as a Multi Supplier unranked Framework

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Polypropylene Bowl 500ml Single Wrap (Sterile) Square Reusable

Provision of Polypropylene Bowl 500ml Single Wrap (Sterile) Square Reusable products We envisage that Five (5) suppliers will be awarded to this lot as a Multi Supplier unranked Framework

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Polypropylene Gallipot 60ml Single Wrap (Sterile) Reusable

Provision of Polypropylene Gallipot 60ml Single Wrap (Sterile) Reusable products We envisage that Five (5) suppliers will be awarded to this lot as a Multi Supplier unranked Framework

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Kidney Dish Disposable Pulp (Sterile) Reusable

Provision of Kidney Dish Disposable Pulp (Sterile) Reusable products We envisage that Five (5) suppliers will be awarded to this lot as a Multi Supplier unranked Framework

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs White 2 X Tied 5S 10Cm X 10Cm 32Ply Type 13 Double Wrapped (Sterile)unstitched

Provision of X-Ray Detectable Gauze Swabs White 2 X Tied 5S 10Cm X 10Cm 32Ply Type 13 Double Wrapped (Sterile)unstitched products We envisage that Five (5) suppliers will be awarded to this lot as a Multi Supplier unranked Framework

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Universal Dressing packs (Sterile)

Provision of Universal Dressing packs (Sterile) in small, medium and large products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Eye Procedure Pack (Sterile)

Pprovision of Eye Procedure Pack (Sterile) products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Obstetric / Gynaecology Procedure Pack (Sterile)

Provision of Obstetric / Gynaecology Procedure Pack (Sterile) products We envisage 5 suppliers for this lot

Renewal: The Authority can, at it's discretion, extend the framework agreement for two (2) additional periods of 12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0489f7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002149-2025
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
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

19 - Leather and textile fabrics, plastic and rubber materials

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

03460000 - Pulp

19520000 - Plastic products

19732000 - Polypropylene

33140000 - Medical consumables

33141110 - Dressings

33141113 - Bandages

33141116 - Dressing packs

33169300 - Surgical trays

33169400 - Surgical containers

33771100 - Sanitary towels or tampons

39221240 - Bowls

39515200 - Drapes

39518100 - Operating-theatre drapes

39518200 - Operating-theatre sheets

44174000 - Foil

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
£2,251,599 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£11,000,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Dec 20241 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
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
12
Supplier Names

A2B Healthcare

Accrington Surgical Instrument Suppliers Ltd

Clonallon Laboratories Limited

MEDLINE INDUSTRIES LTD

Mediq Healthcare UK Ltd (365 Healthcare)

Medscience Distribution Ltd

Molnlycke Health Care

Nuline Ltd

Rocialle Healthcare Ltd

SPIRIT MEDICAL LTD

Unisurge International Ltd.

Vernacare International Limited

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