This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

20 Feb 2025 at 13:26

Planning

03 Feb 2025 at 16:56

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Supply Chain is currently in the tender stage to establish a Framework Agreement for the provision of Reusable Plastic Medical Hollowware under the title "Reusable Plastic Medical Hollowware". This procurement covers a wide array of medical consumables such as bed pans, medicine pots, jugs, instrument trays, and more, with an estimated value over the term of the agreement expected to be approximately £1,897,960 (excluding VAT). The tender is open from 20 February 2025 and will close on 24 March 2025, with contract awards expected to start from 25 March 2025. The procurement process includes key dates and specific certification requirements such as ISO 9001:2015 or equivalent.

This tender offers ample opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacture and supply of medical consumables to expand their market presence. It is particularly advantageous for those with robust quality management systems, as evidenced by ISO 9001:2015 certification, and compliance with UK Medical Device Regulations. Companies capable of providing cost-effective, high-quality products and demonstrating social value and sustainability, including carbon reduction strategies, will find this tender beneficial. Additionally, it includes opportunities for price discounts and value-added offerings, making it suitable for businesses looking to offer competitive advantages to NHS entities and other healthcare organisations within the UK.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Reusable Plastic Medical Hollowware

Notice Description

NHS Supply Chain seeks to establish a Framework Agreement which will cover a range of Reusable Plastic Medical Hollowware products, including, but not limited to, bed pans/urinals, medicine pots (including gallipots & denture pots), jugs, medicine spoons, instrument trays, kidney dishes, lotion bowls and wash bowls. The estimated value over the total Framework Agreement term (48 months) is expected to be in the region of PS1,897,960 (ex VAT) however this is approximate only. It is anticipated that in the first 12 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases will be circa PS384,490 (ex VAT) however this is approximate only. The figures for the total estimated value are based on that initial expenditure and include a forecast for growth. 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

Lot 1

NHS Supply Chain seeks to establish a Framework Agreement which will cover a range of Reusable Plastic Medical Hollowware products, including, but not limited to, bed pans/urinals, medicine pots (including gallipots & denture pots), jugs, medicine spoons, instrument trays, kidney dishes, lotion bowls and wash bowls. The estimated value over the total Framework Agreement term is expected to be in the region of PS1,897,960 (ex VAT) however this is approximate only. It is anticipated that in the first 12 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases will be circa PS384,490 (ex VAT) however this is approximate only. The figures for the total estimated value are based on that initial expenditure and include a forecast for growth. 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. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure for this Framework will be circa PS384,490 (ex VAT) GBP in the first year of the 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 up to a total duration no longer than 48 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04db3a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006199-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

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

33140000 - Medical consumables

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,897,960 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,897,960 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
20 Feb 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS Supply Chain
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

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