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title: "Invitation for applications to join a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Decontamination and Sterilisation Services of Reusable Surgical and Medical Instruments, Devices and Equipment"
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published: "2019-04-05"
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# Invitation for applications to join a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Decontamination and Sterilisation Services of Reusable Surgical and Medical Instruments, Devices and Equipment

Buyer: COUNTESS OF CHESTER HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2203f584-d7e1-4d6e-aa6d-c20020f78e6a

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## Summary

The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is inviting applications to join a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Decontamination and Sterilisation Services for reusable surgical and medical instruments. This procurement process, classified under hospital services, is currently in the tender stage and was published on 5th April 2019. The deadline for submissions is 1st May 2019, with the contract period commencing on 14th May 2019 and extending until 13th May 2023. The procurement method employed is selective, specifically a restricted procedure above the threshold, and applicable delivery addresses include various regions such as the United Kingdom and the British Oversea Territories.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in medical services, particularly SMEs and VCSEs (Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises) that are engaged in decontamination and sterilisation solutions. With the NHS continually looking to streamline its procurement processes, suppliers in this sector can leverage this DPS to secure long-term contracts and enhance their presence in the public health market. Companies equipped with innovative sterilisation technologies or robust service methodologies will find themselves well-positioned to compete effectively in this marketplace.

## Notice

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Commercial Procurement Services (CPS) invites applications to join a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Decontamination and Sterilisation Services of Reusable Surgical and Medical Instruments, Devices and Equipment. Further details are provided in the invitation to apply which can be viewed at www.nhssourcing.co.uk Additional information: Applications to join the DPS can only be made through the NHS Sourcing portal. Do not contact the Buyer directly.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27172f72-4923-4999-a114-4e516d9536a9 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Apr 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 1 May 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 13 May 2019 - 13 May 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | COUNTESS OF CHESTER HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | CHESTER |
| Post town | Chester |
| Postcode | CH2 1UL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester |
| Local authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Electoral ward | Upton |
| Westminster constituency | Chester North and Neston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85111000 - Hospital services

## Release History

- 5 Apr 2019 at 08:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27172f72-4923-4999-a114-4e516d9536a9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27172f72-4923-4999-a114-4e516d9536a9
  5th April 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d5f96dfe-fcde-4c8c-972f-5c5b6f78992f
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/91b106e4-3d25-4411-a4a8-cfb6484a90c6
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3b5da03b-d8e5-42bb-beb5-7bb1bb0f3459
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a88b14c8-81ca-4a2b-ba3f-b4b383bdc45c
- http://www.nhssourcing.co.uk
  Link to NHS Sourcing portal

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