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title: "High Flow Generators"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SHEFFIELD TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2019-02-13"
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# High Flow Generators

Buyer: SHEFFIELD TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4cfdda9f-ea77-41fe-b9e3-59b5f8abc2ce

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## Summary

The Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process titled "High Flow Generators". This procurement falls under the medical equipment industry category and is located in Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber, England. An important milestone is the engagement end date, set for 27th February 2019, which marks the deadline for potential suppliers to express their interest and present their products. The tender involves a product demonstration day scheduled for the week commencing 4th March 2019.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in medical equipment, particularly those offering high flow generators with the specified essential qualities. SMEs in the medical supply sector, who can demonstrate their ability to meet the technical specifications outlined, are encouraged to participate. This competition will allow businesses to showcase innovative solutions and enhance their market presence within the healthcare sector, potentially leading to fruitful partnerships with the Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

## Notice

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is having a product demonstration day w/c 4th March 2019. We would like potential suppliers to come and demonstrate their product in a 1 hour timeslot for the Trust to get an understanding of what is currently on the market. As a minimum we require all products demonstrated to have the following: Essential qualities for a high flow generator: * Must be able to deliver a variable mixture of air & oxygen to 100% oxygen with a maximum flow rate of 120-140 litres * Must have an integral oxygen analyser with LCD display, calibration function and adjustable high / low oxygen concentration alarms with mute function and visual alarm indicator * Must be portable i.e. usable in CT / X-ray or on a cylinder during transfer * If requires mains electrical power must have rechargeable battery function with battery capacity display * Must be robust * Must be easy to use and set up * Fittings must be secure and do not appear to disconnect easily, reducing risk of damage to or incorrect assembly of equipment * Must not be overly noisy - I believe the WHO recommends maximum values of 30-40db Desirable qualities for a High flow generator * An actual display of the flow being delivered * Adjustable audible and visual indication (+/- mute function) of some or all of the following alarm conditions - circuit disconnect / leak / apnoea / flow / circuit pressure * Integrated PEEP setting If you would like the opportunity to demonstrate your equipment or require any further details, please contact Liam Batty on 01142266801 or liam.batty@sth.nhs.uk.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b96514de-d8b6-4e37-bae6-3b56a6c5ed38 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Feb 2019 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 27 Feb 2019 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SHEFFIELD TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S5 7AU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | Burngreave |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Brightside and Hillsborough |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33100000 - Medical equipments

## Release History

- 13 Feb 2019 at 14:13 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b96514de-d8b6-4e37-bae6-3b56a6c5ed38

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b96514de-d8b6-4e37-bae6-3b56a6c5ed38
  13th February 2019 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

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