Tender

Surgical Gloves

THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)

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Tender

10 Mar 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, also known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), has issued a tender for the purchase of surgical gloves. This procurement is aimed at purchasing both latex and latex-free surgical gloves for use across NHS Scotland Theatres and other relevant areas. The estimated contract value is £13,000,000 and it will operate under an open procedure. The tender process is currently active, with a tender closing date set for April 10, 2025. The procurement falls under the "Health" industry category and the goods will be delivered across the UKM region. The tender aims to award a maximum of four suppliers to each lot, resulting in a multi-supplier ranked award framework, with the contract period extending for 36 months plus a potential 24-month extension.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing or supply of surgical gloves, particularly those that specialise in producing a diverse range of latex and latex-free products. The framework agreement will allow selected suppliers to secure a long-term contract, providing consistent business over several years. The opportunity is best suited for companies that can meet quality and price criteria, as 60% of the evaluation will be based on price and 30% on functional characteristics. Additionally, businesses with the capability to support community benefits and the NHS Scotland's Community Benefits Gateway may find this tender particularly advantageous, as these criteria are included in the procurement requirements.

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Notice Title

Surgical Gloves

Notice Description

Purchase of Surgical Gloves both Latex and Latex Free in a range of sizes for everyday use throughout NHS Scotland Theatres and other areas where they are deemed suitable. The authority will award a maximum of 4 suppliers to each lot as a Multi Supplier Ranked award.

Lot Information

Surgical Gloves general surgery latex

Range of Surgical Gloves GENERAL SURGERY LATEX to be used across a range of sizes for everyday use throughout NHS Scotland Theatres and other areas where they are deemed suitable. The authority will award a maximum of 4 suppliers to this lot as a Multi Supplier Ranked award.

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension available

Surgical Gloves general surgery non latex

Range of Surgical Gloves general surgery non latex to be used across a range of sizes for everyday use throughout NHS Scotland Theatres and other areas where they are deemed suitable. The authority will award a maximum of 4 suppliers to this lot as a Multi Supplier Ranked award.

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension available

Surgical Gloves enhanced grip & microsurgical latex

Range of Surgical Gloves enhanced grip & microsurgical latex to be used across a range of sizes for everyday use throughout NHS Scotland Theatres and other areas where they are deemed suitable. The authority will award a maximum of 4 suppliers to this lot as a Multi Supplier Ranked award.

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension options available

Surgical Gloves microsurgical non latex

Range of Surgical Gloves microsurgical non latex to be used across a range of sizes for everyday use throughout NHS Scotland Theatres and other areas where they are deemed suitable. The authority will award a maximum of 4 suppliers to this lot as a Multi Supplier Ranked award.

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension available

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000790989
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR525635
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract 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

33141420 - Surgical gloves

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£13,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
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
THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)
Contact Name
Douglas Thomson
Contact Email
douglas.thomson@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 7890899518

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Post Town
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

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