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title: "Framework Agreement for the Supply of Medical Gases in Cylinders and Liquid Medical Gases"
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# Framework Agreement for the Supply of Medical Gases in Cylinders and Liquid Medical Gases

Buyer: HEALTHTRUST EUROPE LLP (HTE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5107b1f9-0b13-4194-bc3d-5c178570838c

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## Summary

The recent procurement process initiated by HealthTrust Europe LLP (HTE) involves establishing a Framework Agreement for the supply of Medical Gases in Cylinders and Liquid Medical Gases. This contract, which falls under the 'Gases' industry category, has been awarded at the award stage. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure, suitable for above threshold procurements. The contract value is £300,000,000 and its duration spans from 1st July 2025 to 30th June 2029, covering regions such as the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The agreement is structured into three distinct lots, catering to specific needs for medical gases and related equipment.

This framework agreement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in medical gases and related services. It encourages participation from both SMEs and larger organisations, as evidenced by the awarded suppliers that include Air Liquide Ltd, Air Products PLC, BOC Healthcare, and BTG Gases. Businesses adept in the supply and management of medical gases, particularly those with capabilities in providing associated consumables and devices, are well suited to capitalise on such procurement opportunities to expand their market footprint and enhance growth within the healthcare supply chain sector.

## Notice

The Tender is to establish a Framework Agreement for the supply of Medical Gases in Cylinders and Liquid Medical Gases ("Agreement"). The agreement will include the supply and rental of medical gases, cylinders, liquid medical gases, liquid bulk medical gases and associated consumables and devices. The agreement will be split into three (3) lots: - Lot 1: Medical Gases in Cylinders - Lot 2: Nitric Oxide, Cylinders, Monitoring and Delivery Devices - Lot 3: Liquid Medical Gases The duration of the Agreement will be 4 years maximum; 4 years initial period with no option to extend.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/818e67ca-c625-4cf5-ae5e-6083ded81537 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £300,000,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HEALTHTRUST EUROPE LLP (HTE) |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 1NU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | AIR LIQUIDE; AIR PRODUCTS; BOC HEALTHCARE; BTG GASES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 24 - Chemical products

### Codes

- 24100000 - Gases

## Release History

- 10 Jun 2025 at 12:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/818e67ca-c625-4cf5-ae5e-6083ded81537

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/818e67ca-c625-4cf5-ae5e-6083ded81537
  10th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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