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Supply of Sterile Services Consumables

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

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02 May 2025 at 01:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, known as NHS National Services Scotland, is managing a procurement process titled "Supply of Sterile Services Consumables". This tender falls under the health industry category and is primarily related to goods. The process, currently at the tender stage, involves an open procedure allowing electronic submissions by businesses. The procurement seeks suppliers for sterile services consumables to be delivered to health boards across Scotland from the National Distribution Centre or directly. The location for this contract is primarily within the UKM region, and interested parties must submit bids by 11:30 on 2nd June 2025, which aligns with the end of the tender period. The procurement has an estimated value of £8,961,000 and is part of a framework agreement allowing a maximum of 130 suppliers.

This tender presents significant business opportunities, particularly for those specialising in health-related sterile consumables. Companies with a robust delivery infrastructure and capability to cater to large-scale supply requirements would be well-suited for this contract. With multiple lots to be awarded across various sterile consumable categories, there is potential not only for immediate business growth but also long-term partnerships and involvement in innovation-focused lots. The tender emphasizes a balance between price (80%) and quality factors like training and support (20%), indicating that businesses with competitive pricing strategies and strong service offerings could be highly competitive. Additionally, the opportunity for optional extensions enhances the prospects for sustained business relationships and innovation within the NHS framework.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Sterile Services Consumables

Notice Description

Supply of Sterile Services Consumables to Health Boards via both the National Distribution Centre & Direct Delivery

Lot Information

Innovation

Future & Innovation Lot allowing aspects to future proof within the scope of Sterile Services Consumables framework. Provide a platform for product innovation or advanced development within the scope of the framework. Considerations can only be proposed from suppliers that have a positive commercial submission on the framework. Proposals must compliment the framework scope. Non-specific products will not be considered. Any proposal that replicates or duplicates any of the other Lots within the framework will not be considered. Proposals should not crossover any other NHS Scotland contract or framework. Not a backdoor process to have products listed nationally. Clinical Advisory Panel approval & consensus agreement is final. Evidence, support & technical files may be required, as per the current framework request. Only to be sent during proposal engagement window (and if requested). Approved products would fall under the same Terms & Conditions for framework adherence. We envisage awarding to all compliant suppliers.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Polypropylene Hollowware for Theatres Graduated Disposable Clear

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Polypropylene Hollowware for Theatres Graduated Disposable Pink

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Cardboard Corner White Rigid

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Protection Corners - Foam

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Filters Round for Sterilisation Tins

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Instrument Tray Liners Cotton

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Instrument Tray Liners Crepe 80gsm

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Instrument Tray Liner Non Woven Blue

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Instrument Tip Guard Plastic

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Absorbent & Protective Mats

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Paper Sterilisation Creped 60gsm Green

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Paper Sterilisation Creped 60gsm White

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Pouches Self Seal Paper / Film

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Prep Sponge

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Reels, Flat Paper / Plastic Laminate 200m Roll

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Transportation Bags

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Split Foam Sterilisation Tray Blocks

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Swab Gauze XRD Tied 5's Bulk Pack (White or Green)

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Tape High Temperature Masking Blue

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Tray Identification Tag 90 X 38mm

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Tray Wrap Sterilisation Thermally Bonded Layers

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Tray Wrap Transportation Sterilisation 60gsm

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Umbilical Cord Clamp Sterile & unsterile

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Bags, Paper Sterilisation Plain Closure

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Bags, Paper Sterilisation Heat Seal Closure

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Tray Wrap Sterilisation Green 40 to 50gsm/Blue 61gsm+ Interleaved

The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot.

Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000797206
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY529464
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

33140000 - Medical consumables

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£8,961,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 May 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jun 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

Buyer & Supplier

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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