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Endobronchial valves ("Zephyr")

NHS GOLDEN JUBILEE

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Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Golden Jubilee, located in Clydebank, is set to proceed with a procurement process for the purchase of Endobronchial valves (Zephyr) intended for use in the Lung (Thoracic) surgery department. This limited tender process awarded a contract to PulmonX International Sarl, the sole supplier capable of meeting the unique requirements for bronchoscopic lung volume reduction treatments. The contract, valued at £446,250, was signed on 20 April 2021. This procurement aligns with the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, indicating that no alternative suppliers could fulfil the necessary criteria.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for growth within the healthcare and medical equipment sectors, particularly for businesses specialised in innovative medical technologies. Companies that manufacture or supply similar high-tech medical devices, particularly those focused on lung care or surgical equipment, may find potential for future contracts through similar tender processes. The exclusive nature of this award process highlights the importance of innovation and capability in meeting specific healthcare needs, suggesting that businesses with niche products could benefit from engaging in the public procurement landscape.

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Notice Title

Endobronchial valves ("Zephyr")

Notice Description

NHS Golden Jubilee intend to purchase Endobronchial valve ("Zephyr")for use within Lung (Thoracic) surgery department.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The National Waiting Times Centre Board intends to enter in a contract with Pulmonx International Sarl as being the only option available to meet our requirements. In accordance with our interpretation of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, the required equipment capability can only be provided by a particular provider for technical reasons due to the unique essential requirements of the equipment, namely Pulmonx International Sarl is currently the only manufacturer of commercially available endobronchial valves that can accommodate endobronchial application for bronchoscopic lung volume reduction for the treatment of emphysema or management of air leak. No other commercially available product facilitate the multidisciplinary applications planned for use at the NHS Golden Jubilee during the lifespan of the equipment.

Procurement Information

The National Waiting Times Centre Board (NHS Golden Jubilee) are satisfied that Pulmonx Endobronchial valves ("Zephyr") is the only commercially available endobronchial valves that can accommodate endobronchial application for bronchoscopic lung volume reduction for the treatment of emphysema or management of air leak performed within Lung (Thoracic) surgery department.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000648900
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN419585
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

31711400 - Valves and tubes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£446,250 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Apr 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS GOLDEN JUBILEE
Contact Name
Teresa Williams
Contact Email
teresa.williams@gjnh.scot.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1419515640

Buyer Location

Locality
CLYDEBANK
Postcode
G81 4DY
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM31 East Dunbartonshire and West Dunbartonshire
Delivery Location
TLM81 East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire, and Helensburgh and Lomond

Local Authority
West Dunbartonshire
Electoral Ward
Clydebank Waterfront
Westminster Constituency
West Dunbartonshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PULMONX INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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