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Wipes for Surface Cleaning & Disinfection

NHS Supply Chain Operated by Supply Chain Coordination Ltd (SCCL)

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Planning

15 Jan 2025 at 16:00

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS Supply Chain, operated by Supply Chain Coordination Ltd (SCCL), has released a planning notice for an upcoming procurement process for "Wipes for Surface Cleaning & Disinfection" within the goods category. This procurement, to be conducted in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 and Regulations 2024, will commence in the upcoming 12 months and will cover various locations across the UK. The procurement process is in the planning stage, with a future notice date set for 10th July 2025. This tender includes several lots covering different types of wipes such as Indicator Products, Combined Detergent & Disinfection Wipes, Detergent Wipes, Sporicidal Wipes, Disinfection Wipes, and Sterile Cleanroom Wipes. The total anticipated value of the framework agreement over its term (3+1 years) is approximately £149,891,653 including VAT.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the healthcare and medical supply sectors. Companies with expertise in manufacturing and supplying cleaning and disinfection products that comply with stringent UK medical standards and possess necessary certifications like ISO 9001:2015, CE marking, and MHRA registration will find this a lucrative opportunity. Businesses with robust distribution networks, quality assurance frameworks, and compliant Carbon Reduction Plans are well-suited to compete for this framework agreement. The procurement will not only create direct sales opportunities but also the potential for lasting partnerships with NHS entities and possibly other government departments and private healthcare providers in the UK.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Wipes for Surface Cleaning & Disinfection

Notice Description

This notice is issued to inform potential suppliers of a procurement that NHS Supply Chain intends to commence during the subsequent 12 months for the provision of Wipes and accessories for the purpose of surface cleaning and disinfection. Products include but are not limited to Indicator Products, Combined Detergent & Disinfection, Detergent, Disinfection, Sporicidal and Sterile Alcohol wipes. Precise quantities are unknown. Criteria applicable across all product lines: Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC (as amended) All products must have their CE marking evident on the product and/or packaging. Or Medical Devices Regulation 2017/745 (as amended) All products must have their CE marking evident on the product and/or packaging. CLP Regulation (EC) 1272/2008 REACH Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 EU Biocides Regulation 528/2012 (EU BPR) It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS31,273,365 (Cost Inc. VAT) 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 (3+1-year term) is anticipated to be approximately PS149,891,653 (Cost Inc. VAT) The Framework Agreement between NHS Supply Chain and successful suppliers will reserve the right to purchase the same or similar supplies and/or services from suppliers not appointed to the Framework Agreement at its sole discretion. NHS Supply Chain intends to enter into arrangements under which it will be entitled to purchase supplies and/or services which it will make available for purchase by 1) any NHS Trust; 2) any other NHS entity; 3) any government department, agency or other statutory body and/or 4) any private sector entity active in the UK healthcare sector. Only NHS Supply Chain can order from the Framework Agreement and enter into contracts under it.

Lot Information

Indicator Products

This Lot is for adhesive notes or tape used to indicate that a device has been cleaned. For avoidance of doubt this Lot does not include chemical indicators. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS523,597 Inc. VAT 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.

Combined 2 in 1 Wipes

This Lot is for Wipes that are impregnated with a detergent and disinfectant liquid for the cleaning and disinfection of surfaces and/or non-invasive medical devices. All products must be suitable for use in the Healthcare and Healthcare related environment, typically within the NHS sector. All products on this Lot must meet current standards and Regulations: Regulation (EC) No 648/2004 on detergents: If applicable to combination wipes with both detergent & disinfection action BS EN 16615:2015 Chemical disinfectants and antiseptics. Quantitative test method for the evaluation of bactericidal and Yeasticidal activity on non-porous surfaces with mechanical action employing wipes in the medical area (4- field test). Test method and requirements (phase 2, step 2) Amendment to the standard requirements: * The maximum contact time must be 2 minutes or shorter * Testing must be conducted in "dirty" conditions as prescribed in the standard BS EN 16615:2015 BS EN 14476:2013+A2:2019 Chemical disinfectants and antiseptics. Quantitative suspension test for the evaluation of virucidal activity in the medical area. Test method and requirements (Phase 2/Step 1) Amendment to the standard requirements: * The maximum contact time must be 2 minutes or shorter * Minimum spectrum of test organisms - Virucidal activity against enveloped viruses and Norovirus. * Testing must be conducted in "dirty" conditions as prescribed in the standard BS EN 14476:2013+A2:2019. * Testing must be conducted with liquid extracted from the wipe. And where applicable and available the following: BS EN 16777:2018 Chemical disinfectants and antiseptics. Quantitative non-porous surface test without mechanical action for the evaluation of virucidal activity of chemical disinfectants used in the medical area. Test method and requirements (phase 2/step 2) BS EN 14885:2018 Chemical disinfectants and antiseptics. Application of European Standards for chemical disinfectants and antiseptics Wipes must be tested at laboratories that are UKAS or independent Equivalent accredited with BS EN 17025:2017. NHS Supply Chain may stipulate testing of Applicant's Goods at the Applicant's expense or request further information from the Applicant to ensure the Goods comply with the Specification at any time during the Tender or post tender. In the event that the product(s) do not meet the Specification, NHS Supply Chain will reserve the right to exclude the Goods from the Framework Agreement and/or the tender process (as the case may be). Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS21,278,779 Inc. VAT 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.

Detergent Wipes

This Lot is for Wipes that are impregnated with a detergent solution, used for cleaning and damp dusting without additional antimicrobial agents. All products must be suitable for use in the Healthcare and Healthcare related environment, typically within the NHS sector. All products must meet current standards and Regulations: Detergents Regulation (EC) No.684/2004 NHS Supply Chain may stipulate testing of Applicant's Goods at the Applicant's expense or request further information from the Applicant to ensure the Goods comply with the Specification at any time during the Tender or post tender. In the event that the product(s) do not meet the Specification, NHS Supply Chain will reserve the right to exclude the Goods from the Framework Agreement and/or the tender process (as the case may be) Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region ofPS1,181,111 Inc. VAT 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.

Sporicidal Wipes

This Lot is for Wipes that are impregnated with active ingredients that have sporicidal properties, for example, peracetic acid, hydrogen peroxide or chlorine both wet and dry. All products must be suitable for use in the Healthcare and Healthcare related environment, typically within the NHS sector. All products must meet current standards and Regulations: BS EN 17126:2018 Chemical disinfectants and antiseptics. Quantitative suspension test for the evaluation of sporicidal activity of chemical disinfectants in the medical area. Test method and requirements (phase 2, step 1) Amendment to the standard requirements: * The maximum contact time for a suspension test must be 5 minutes or shorter * Must use Clostridium difficile spores as one of the test organisms * Testing must be conducted in "dirty" conditions as prescribed in the standard. * Testing must be conducted with liquid extracted from the wipe And where applicable and available the following: BS EN 14476:2013+A2:2019 Chemical disinfectants and antiseptics. Quantitative suspension test for the evaluation of virucidal activity in the medical area. Test method and requirements (Phase 2/Step 1) Amendment to the standard requirements: * The maximum contact time must be 2 minutes or shorter * Minimum spectrum of test organisms - Virucidal activity against enveloped viruses and Norovirus. * Testing must be conducted in "dirty" conditions as prescribed in the standard. * Testing must be conducted with liquid extracted from the wipe. Wipes must be tested at laboratories that are UKAS or independent Equivalent accredited with BS EN 17025:2017. NHS Supply Chain may stipulate testing of Applicant's Goods at the Applicant's expense or request further information from the Applicant to ensure the Goods comply with the Specification at any time during the Tender or post tender. In the event that the product(s) do not meet the Specification, NHS Supply Chain will reserve the right to exclude the Goods from the Framework Agreement and/or the tender process (as the case may be). Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS1,971,091 Inc. VAT 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.

Disinfection Wipes

This Lot is for Sterile Cleanroom Wipes that are impregnated with a solution that contains disinfectant liquid and/or alcohol but can also contain other active ingredients for the disinfection of surfaces and/or non-invasive medical devices. All products must be suitable for use in the Healthcare and Healthcare related environment, typically within the NHS sector. All products must meet current standards and Regulations: BS EN 16615:2015 Chemical disinfectants and antiseptics. Quantitative test method for the evaluation of bactericidal and Yeasticidal activity on non-porous surfaces with mechanical action employing wipes in the medical area (4- field test). Test method and requirements (phase 2, step 2) Amendment to the standard requirements: * The maximum contact time must be 2 minutes or shorter * Testing must be conducted in "clean" conditions as prescribed in the standard. BS EN 14476:2013+A2:2019 Chemical disinfectants and antiseptics. Quantitative suspension test for the evaluation of virucidal activity in the medical area. Test method and requirements (Phase 2/Step 1) Amendment to the standard requirements: * The maximum contact time must be 2 minutes or shorter * Testing must be conducted in "clean" conditions as prescribed in the standard * Minimum spectrum of test organisms - Virucidal activity against enveloped viruses and Norovirus, Alcohol products are exempt from testing Norovirus. * Testing must be conducted with liquid extracted from the wipe And where applicable and available the following: BS EN ISO 11137-1:2015+A2:2019 Sterilization of health care products. Radiation -- Requirements for development, validation and routine control of a sterilization process for medical devices. BS EN ISO 17665:2024 Sterilization of health care products. Moist heat. Requirements for the development, validation and routine control of a sterilization process for medical devices. BS EN 556-2:2024 Sterilization of medical devices. Requirements for medical devices to be designated ""STERILE"" -- Requirements for aseptically processed medical devices BS EN 16777:2018 Chemical disinfectants and antiseptics. Quantitative non-porous surface test without mechanical action for the evaluation of virucidal activity of chemical disinfectants used in the medical area. Test method and requirements (phase 2/step 2). BS EN 14885:2022 Chemical disinfectants and antiseptics. Application of European Standards for chemical disinfectants and antiseptics. Wipes must be tested at laboratories that are UKAS or independent Equivalent accredited with BS EN 17025:2017. NHS Supply Chain may stipulate testing of Applicant's Goods at the Applicant's expense or request further information from the Applicant to ensure the Goods comply with the Specification at any time during the Tender or post tender. In the event that the product(s) do not meet the Specification, NHS Supply Chain will reserve the right to exclude the Goods from the Framework Agreement and/or the tender process (as the case may be). Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS5,046,787 Inc. VAT 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.

Sterile Cleanroom Wipes

This Lot is for Sterile Cleanroom Wipes that are impregnated with a solution that contains disinfectant liquid and/or alcohol but can also contain other active ingredients for the disinfection of surfaces and/or non-invasive medical devices. All products must be suitable for use in the Healthcare and Healthcare related environment, typically within the NHS sector. All products must meet current standards and Regulations: BS EN 16615:2015 Chemical disinfectants and antiseptics. Quantitative test method for the evaluation of bactericidal and Yeasticidal activity on non-porous surfaces with mechanical action employing wipes in the medical area (4- field test). Test method and requirements (phase 2, step 2) Amendment to the standard requirements: * The maximum contact time must be 2 minutes or shorter * Testing must be conducted in "clean" conditions as prescribed in the standard. BS EN 14476:2013+A2:2019 Chemical disinfectants and antiseptics. Quantitative suspension test for the evaluation of virucidal activity in the medical area. Test method and requirements (Phase 2/Step 1) Amendment to the standard requirements: * The maximum contact time must be 2 minutes or shorter * Testing must be conducted in "clean" conditions as prescribed in the standard * Minimum spectrum of test organisms - Virucidal activity against enveloped viruses and Norovirus, Alcohol products are exempt from testing Norovirus. * Testing must be conducted with liquid extracted from the wipe And where applicable and available the following: BS EN ISO 11137-1:2015+A2:2019 Sterilization of health care products. Radiation -- Requirements for development, validation and routine control of a sterilization process for medical devices. BS EN ISO 17665:2024 Sterilization of health care products. Moist heat. Requirements for the development, validation and routine control of a sterilization process for medical devices. BS EN 556-2:2024 Sterilization of medical devices. Requirements for medical devices to be designated "STERILE" -- Requirements for aseptically processed medical devices BS EN 16777:2018 Chemical disinfectants and antiseptics. Quantitative non-porous surface test without mechanical action for the evaluation of virucidal activity of chemical disinfectants used in the medical area. Test method and requirements (phase 2/step 2). BS EN 14885:2022 Chemical disinfectants and antiseptics. Application of European Standards for chemical disinfectants and antiseptics. Wipes must be tested at laboratories that are UKAS or independent Equivalent accredited with BS EN 17025:2017. NHS Supply Chain may stipulate testing of Applicant's Goods at the Applicant's expense or request further information from the Applicant to ensure the Goods comply with the Specification at any time during the Tender or post tender. In the event that the product(s) do not meet the Specification, NHS Supply Chain will reserve the right to exclude the Goods from the Framework Agreement and/or the tender process (as the case may be). Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS1,272,000 Inc. VAT 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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04d051
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001400-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

22816300 - Sticky-note pads

33141118 - Wipes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£124,909,710 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
10 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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

Further Information

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