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title: "Contract for the Supply of Asset Tracking GS1 Barcodes (Biocompatible and Oven Cured) and associated services"
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buyer: "THE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL NHS TRUST"
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# Contract for the Supply of Asset Tracking GS1 Barcodes (Biocompatible and Oven Cured) and associated services

Buyer: THE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-44d49c19-ca0f-467c-b899-13d78b637a55

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## Summary

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust is seeking proposals for a contract titled "Contract for the Supply of Asset Tracking GS1 Barcodes (Biocompatible and Oven Cured) and associated services." This procurement falls within the healthcare industry and is focused on implementing a GS1 barcode system for instrument tracking. The tender is currently in the active stage, with a submission deadline set for 10 February 2017. The estimated contract value is £80,000, and the delivery addresses include various locations in the UK and beyond, with the anticipated contract period starting on 1 March 2017 and concluding on 31 March 2018.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacturing and supply of biocompatible materials, barcoding technology, and asset management solutions. Companies that specialise in providing medical equipment supplies or those with expertise in barcode systems and tracking technology would be well-positioned to compete. Participating in this procurement could foster growth and expand market reach, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to establish relationships within the NHS sector.

## Notice

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust intends to implement an asset tracking GS1 barcode system for instrument tracking. The Trust intends to purchase 100,000 unique GS1 asset tags (and associated enabling equipment and technology) that is capable to be affixed to instruments through oven curing method (least adhesive at initial tack, but strong adhesion after oven curing). The asset tags must be biocompatible to certified standards of ISO 10993-1, ISO 10993-5, and ISO 10993-12. Other technical information: * Peel strength (adhesion) on steel, determined in accordance with DIN EN 1939, 1996 edition, at +23 degC (+/- 2 degC) 10 min. after application, test speed 300mm/min, peel angle 180deg: > 10N/25mm * Dynamic shear strength (cohesion) on steel, determined in accordance with DIN EN 1465, 1996 edition, at +23 degC (+/- 2 degC), 24h after curing, test speed 2mm/min > 4000N/312mm2 * Separating force of the covering N/25mm: o Reverse 0.06-0.20|Adhesive side 0.20-0.65 o Softening temperature from 50 degC to 80 degC o Activation temperature from 130 degC o Recommended curing temperature 130-200 degC The Trust is currently seeking for providers that will be able to provide the objects of procurement stated above. NHS Terms and Conditions for Good and for Services applies.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4824d390-51d2-4757-acdd-1e7e0f5f015e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not applicable |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Feb 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Feb 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2017 - 31 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| 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 | THE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL NHS TRUST |
| Locality | HARLOW |
| Post town | Chelmsford |
| Postcode | CM20 1QX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH35 West Essex |
| Local authority | Harlow |
| Electoral ward | Little Parndon & Town Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Harlow |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 30216130 - Barcode readers
- 33169500 - Surgical tracking and tracing systems

## Release History

- 2 Feb 2017 at 13:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4824d390-51d2-4757-acdd-1e7e0f5f015e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4824d390-51d2-4757-acdd-1e7e0f5f015e
  2nd February 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://secure.sourcedogg.com/profile/theprincessalexandrahospital/requests/8126
  Please follow this Link to the Request on SourceDogg in order to apply

## Notice URLs

- http://www.pah.nhs.uk/

## Provenance

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