--- title: "Central Venous Catheters and Associated Products" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4e814089-f6b5-4acd-b224-8dbfeacdd440" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4e814089-f6b5-4acd-b224-8dbfeacdd440" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4e814089-f6b5-4acd-b224-8dbfeacdd440.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4e814089-f6b5-4acd-b224-8dbfeacdd440.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NHS SUPPLY CHAIN" published: "2025-01-15" --- # Central Venous Catheters and Associated Products Buyer: NHS SUPPLY CHAIN Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4e814089-f6b5-4acd-b224-8dbfeacdd440 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4e814089-f6b5-4acd-b224-8dbfeacdd440) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4e814089-f6b5-4acd-b224-8dbfeacdd440.json) ## Summary NHS Supply Chain is inviting suppliers to participate in a tender process for a Framework agreement to supply Central Venous Catheters and associated products. This procurement falls under the category of disposable non-chemical medical consumables and haematological consumables (CPV code 33141000). The procurement stage is currently active, with the tender period ending on 17th February 2025. The contract is planned to commence on 23rd March 2026 and will run until 22nd March 2028, with a possible extension totalling up to 48 months. The initial expected expenditure for the first year is estimated between £30,000,000 and £34,125,000, and the location coverage includes the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and the rest of the world. The procurement method is an open procedure (above threshold), making it accessible to eligible companies across these regions. This tender offers significant business opportunities, particularly for suppliers specialising in medical consumables, including SMEs and VCSEs, due to the open procurement method. The total estimated value over the 4-year duration is up to £136,500,000, representing a considerable market potential. Businesses with expertise in manufacturing or supplying arterial lines, central venous catheters, catheter accessories, and related medical products will find this framework beneficial. Additionally, the Framework Agreement grants latitude for NHS Supply Chain and various NHS entities to procure from other suppliers if necessary, ensuring diversified engagement. This creates a competitive environment encouraging innovation and efficiency, making it an ideal opportunity for businesses looking to expand their footprint in the healthcare sector. ## Notice NHS Supply Chain seek to establish a Framework agreement for the supply of Central Venous Catheters and Associated Products including but not limited to Arterial Lines, Arterial Cannula, Central Venous Catheters (Tunnelled / Non-Tunnelled), Catheter Fixation / Securement Devices, Port Introducers, Implantable Ports (Chest / Arm), Introducers, Tunnelling Rods, Midlines, PICCs, Vascular Catheters, Safety Huber Needles (with / without Y-Site), Wireless ECG Tip Location Systems and their Accessories, and Repair Kits. The Framework Agreement will be for supply of Central Venous Catheters and Associated Products to NHS Supply Chain and to the NHS Supply Chain customer base via the E-Direct Route. The Framework term will be on a 2+ 2 year basis (with a maximum term of 48 months). It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS30,000,000 to PS34,125,000 in the first year of this Framework Agreement, however this is approximate only and the values may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the Framework Agreement. Estimated value over the maximum 4 year Framework Agreement (2 + 2 Term) will be in the region of PS120,000,000 to PS136,500,000. The Framework Agreement between NHS Supply Chain and successful suppliers will reserve the right to purchase the same or similar supplies and/or services from suppliers not appointed to the Framework Agreement at its sole discretion. NHS Supply Chain intends to enter into arrangements under which it will be entitled to purchase supplies and/or services which it will make available for purchase by 1) any NHS Trust; 2) any other NHS entity; 3) any government department, agency or other statutory body and/or 4) any private sector entity active in the UK healthcare sector. Only NHS Supply Chain can order from the Framework Agreement and enter into contracts under it. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0cda37b7-2446-4e58-b161-377b698e789d | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 15 Jan 2025 | | Submission deadline | 17 Feb 2025 | | Future notice date | 17 Dec 2024 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 23 Mar 2026 - 22 Mar 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £136,500,000 | | 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 | NHS SUPPLY CHAIN | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South East London | | Postcode | SE1 8UG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI45 Lambeth | | Local authority | Lambeth | | Electoral ward | Waterloo & South Bank | | Westminster constituency | Vauxhall and Camberwell Green | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33141000 - Disposable non-chemical medical consumables and haematological consumables - 33141200 - Catheters - 33141240 - Catheter accessories - 33141320 - Medical needles - 33184100 - Surgical implants ## Release History - 15 Jan 2025 at 13:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0cda37b7-2446-4e58-b161-377b698e789d - 29 Jul 2024 at 11:58 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8346fce1-bc0d-4d91-bf34-4ec565189c07 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0cda37b7-2446-4e58-b161-377b698e789d 15th January 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8346fce1-bc0d-4d91-bf34-4ec565189c07 29th July 2024 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/15cf5176-df6f-4940-a23a-7ca07aacf286 n/a - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023580-2024 Prior Information Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d010e6b6-c581-441e-8f4f-9610e5d5bec5 n/a - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001363-2025 Contract Notice ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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