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Award

09 Jul 2026 at 14:37

Award

15 Jun 2026 at 15:01

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21 Apr 2026 at 15:38

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the Regional Business Services Organisation, Procurement and Logistics Service is focused on establishing a Framework Agreement for the supply and delivery of Vascular Grafts and Associated Surgical Consumables for Health and Social Care Northern Ireland (HSCNI). This contract, titled "Vascular Grafts and Associated Surgical Consumables," falls under the industry category of medical equipment and consumables. Located in Belfast, United Kingdom, the procurement process has reached the award stage with a completion status. The open procedure method was employed for this tender, ensuring transparency and competitive bidding. The contracts, effective from 1st July 2026 and potentially extending until 30th June 2030, collectively cover multiple lots, each with specific product requirements and supplier contracts. The total estimated framework value is £3,777,000.

This tender opens up significant opportunities for suppliers in the medical equipment sector, particularly those specializing in vascular grafts and surgical consumables. The framework agreement allows for additional purchases and an expanding product range based on service user needs, creating a robust demand pipeline that can support business growth. SMEs like LEMAITRE VASCULAR LIMITED and Uniphar Medtech Ltd have been actively involved, demonstrating the potential for smaller enterprises to compete and succeed. Given the framework's provision for a modification of up to 50% of its original value, responsive suppliers can strategically position themselves for favourable business outcomes by adjusting to service requirements. The procurement process's openness and the possibility of contract renewals further enhance opportunities for continuous engagement and long-term partnerships.

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Notice Title

Vascular Grafts and Associated Surgical Consumables

Notice Description

Business Services Organisation (BSO), Procurement and Logistics Service (PaLS) is to establish a Framework Agreement for the supply and delivery of Vascular Grafts and Associated Surgical Consumables to Health and Social Care Northern Ireland (HSCNI).

Lot Information

Vascular Graft, Collagen Impregnated Polyester, Externally Supported and Non-Supported

Options: The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. The Buyer reserves the right to increase the product range depending on service user requirements. The Estimated Total Contract value will be advertised at PS3,777,000.00. This includes the full extension period options and provision for a modification of up to 50% of the original contract value during the contract term to accommodate any increase in demand or changes in service requirements. Any such increase will be applied at the rates and terms set out in the original framework and will not alter the overall nature of the framework.

Renewal: The Buyer will have the option to extend the contract for any period or periods together totalling no more than 24 months.

Vascular Graft, Collagen Impregnated Polyester, Straight and Bifurcated

Options: The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. The Buyer reserves the right to increase the product range depending on service user requirements. The Estimated Total Contract value will be advertised at PS3,777,000.00. This includes the full extension period options and provision for a modification of up to 50% of the original contract value during the contract term to accommodate any increase in demand or changes in service requirements. Any such increase will be applied at the rates and terms set out in the original framework and will not alter the overall nature of the framework.

Renewal: The Buyer will have the option to extend the contract for any period or periods together totalling no more than 24 months.

Vascular Graft, Collagen Polyester, Impregnated with Silver, Externally Supported and Non-Supported

Options: The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. The Buyer reserves the right to increase the product range depending on service user requirements. The Estimated Total Contract value will be advertised at PS3,777,000.00. This includes the full extension period options and provision for a modification of up to 50% of the original contract value during the contract term to accommodate any increase in demand or changes in service requirements. Any such increase will be applied at the rates and terms set out in the original framework and will not alter the overall nature of the framework.

Renewal: The Buyer will have the option to extend the contract for any period or periods together totalling no more than 24 months.

Vascular Graft, Collagen Polyester, Impregnated with Silver, Straight and Bifurcated

Options: The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. The Buyer reserves the right to increase the product range depending on service user requirements. The Estimated Total Contract value will be advertised at PS3,777,000.00. This includes the full extension period options and provision for a modification of up to 50% of the original contract value during the contract term to accommodate any increase in demand or changes in service requirements. Any such increase will be applied at the rates and terms set out in the original framework and will not alter the overall nature of the framework.

Renewal: The Buyer will have the option to extend the contract for any period or periods together totalling no more than 24 months.

Vascular Grafts, Bovine (Supplier in Storage Solution)

Options: The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. The Buyer reserves the right to increase the product range depending on service user requirements. The Estimated Total Contract value will be advertised at PS3,777,000.00. This includes the full extension period options and provision for a modification of up to 50% of the original contract value during the contract term to accommodate any increase in demand or changes in service requirements. Any such increase will be applied at the rates and terms set out in the original framework and will not alter the overall nature of the framework.

Renewal: The Buyer will have the option to extend the contract for any period or periods together totalling no more than 24 months.

Associated Surgical Consumables

Options: The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. The Buyer reserves the right to increase the product range depending on service user requirements. The Estimated Total Contract value will be advertised at PS3,777,000.00. This includes the full extension period options and provision for a modification of up to 50% of the original contract value during the contract term to accommodate any increase in demand or changes in service requirements. Any such increase will be applied at the rates and terms set out in the original framework and will not alter the overall nature of the framework.

Renewal: The Buyer will have the option to extend the contract for any period or periods together totalling no more than 24 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0687ba
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064764-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details 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

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

33100000 - Medical equipments

33140000 - Medical consumables

33141000 - Disposable non-chemical medical consumables and haematological consumables

33141120 - Clip, suture, ligature supplies

33141200 - Catheters

33141210 - Balloon catheters

33180000 - Functional support

33184000 - Artificial parts of the body

33184100 - Surgical implants

33184200 - Vascular prostheses

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,147,500 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£966,512 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£966,470 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£966,470 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jun 20262 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2030-04-21

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Regional Business Services Organisation, Procurement and Logistics Service
Additional Buyers

Belfast Health and Social Care Trust

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT12 6HU
Postcode Area
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Blackstaff
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
6
Supplier Names

BAXTER HEALTHCARE LIMITED

Baxter Healthcare Ltd

ISKUS HEALTH LTD

LeMaitre Vascular Limited

MG Healthcare Limited

Uniphar Medtech Ltd

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