Surgical Gowns single use, Theatre Scrub brushes & Headwear

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

04 Jul 2025 at 01:00

Tender

07 Feb 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, commonly referred to as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), has conducted a procurement process for the supply of single-use surgical gowns, theatre scrub brushes, and headwear. This initiative aims to distribute these essential healthcare products across NHS health boards throughout Scotland, ensuring comprehensive reach and supply chain resilience, particularly in preparation for potential future pandemics. The contract, valued at £9,600,000, utilises an open procurement method under the category of goods. Key deadlines included the tender period ending on 10th March 2025, and the award period commencing immediately thereafter, ensuring timely contract execution.

This procurement presents substantial business growth opportunities for companies specialising in healthcare products, particularly those providing surgical supplies. With a maximum of four suppliers intended for each category, large-scale businesses within the health industry stand well-suited to participate due to their capacity to deliver high-quality products at competitive prices, emphasising sustainability. The integration of community benefits further invites suppliers to engage with the NHS Scotland’s Community Benefits Gateway, fostering local collaboration and development. Participating in this framework not only enhances business visibility but also solidifies relationships within the healthcare supply chain in Scotland, providing both immediate and sustainable growth pathways.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Surgical Gowns single use, Theatre Scrub brushes & Headwear

Notice Description

For the supply of Surgical Gowns single use, Theatre Scrub brushes & Headwear delivered into NHS Scotland NDS Larkhall for distribution to NHS health boards across Scotland.

Lot Information

Non Sterile Gown

The authority requires a range of single use surgical gowns non sterile only to be purchased in the event of another pandemic as part of the Supply Chain resilience. These will not be purchased as BAU product and will be non sterile and no towels included. The Authority intends to award a maximum of 4 Suppliers for this LOT.

Renewal: 3 Optional extension periods consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority.

Surgical Gowns single use Sterile

The authority requires a range of single use Surgical Gowns sterile across various sizes to be supplied into the NDS (National Distribution Centre) for delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority intends to award a maximum of 4 Suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 3 Optional extension periods consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority.

Theatre Headwear

The authority required a range of Theatre headwear to be supplied into the NDS (National Distribution Centre) for delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages to award a maximum of 4 Suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 3 Optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the Authority.

Theatre Scrub Brushes

The authority required a range of Theatre Scrub Brushes to be supplied into the NDS (National Distribution Centre) for delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages to award a maximum of 4 Suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 3 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the Authority.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000789555
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL533982
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33140000 - Medical consumables

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,600,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£7,777,727 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jul 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jun 20251 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
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
8
Supplier Names

A2B Healthcare

Ataraxia Personal Care Limited

GS Medical Healthcare

MEDLINE INDUSTRIES LTD

Molnlycke Health Care

Nuline Medical

Polyco Healthline

Praxis medical ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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