--- title: "Artificial Limb Components and Associated Products (Goods and Services)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8458f528-fd55-406f-8807-6b1930a21882" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8458f528-fd55-406f-8807-6b1930a21882" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8458f528-fd55-406f-8807-6b1930a21882.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8458f528-fd55-406f-8807-6b1930a21882.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "NHS SUPPLY CHAIN" published: "2019-01-22" --- # Artificial Limb Components and Associated Products (Goods and Services) Buyer: NHS SUPPLY CHAIN Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8458f528-fd55-406f-8807-6b1930a21882 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8458f528-fd55-406f-8807-6b1930a21882) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8458f528-fd55-406f-8807-6b1930a21882.json) ## Summary NHS Supply Chain is initiating a procurement process for "Artificial Limb Components and Associated Products (Goods and Services)" as part of their planning stage. This tender aims to source a variety of products essential for prosthetics, including limb systems and components, with an anticipated initial expenditure between £55,000,000 and £60,000,000 in the first year. Key dates to note include the engagement end date, set for 15th February 2019. The procurement will allow for supplies to be purchased across a range of entities including NHS trusts and private sector organisations active in healthcare across the UK. This tender presents significant opportunities for wholesalers, manufacturers, and service providers in the prosthetics industry, particularly those with ISO 9001:2015 certification or equivalent. Businesses specialising in medical supplies, prosthetic components, and associated services would be well-positioned to compete. The extensive framework agreement also encourages both small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to participate, fostering a diverse supplier base that can meet the varied requirements of the NHS and other entities involved. ## Notice This PIN if for a range of items & services provided in a Prosthetics department and include, but not limited to: limb systems, coverings for upper and lower limbs, Feet and ankles, hips, knees, liners, hand, wrist and elbow prostheses, prosthetic socks, structural components. Quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS55,000,000 to PS60,000,000 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. Additional information: The following certification will be a requirement of the upcoming tender exercise and Applicants will be required to include evidence of this with their tender submission. - ISO 9001:2015 or equivalent externally accredited and up-to-date quality standard certificate(s) to cover all segments of the Applicant's (and the product's) supply chain. This should include but not be limited to manufacturing storage and distribution. Further information in respect of certification requirements will be set out in the notice for the forthcoming procurement. If such certificates are not in the name of the Applicant then the Applicant must supply a copy of agreements setting out the authority and responsibilities of all parties in the supply chain. The purpose of this notice is to draw attention to a procurement that NHS Supply Chain intends to commence during the subsequent 12 months. The invitation to tender will be the subject of a separate notice and it is that notice to which potential suppliers will need to respond at the appropriate time. 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. Whilst it is anticipated that initial expenditure under any forthcoming procurement will be in the region of PS220,000,000 to PS240,000,000 for this contract award, this is approximate only and the values will be to such level as those purchasing under the Framework Agreement consider necessary to provide suitable requirements. The Framework Agreement will be between NHS Supply Chain and the Supplier. Under the Framework Agreement there will be two different methods of supply - one for Non-Direct Contract Products and one for Direct Contract Products. NHS Supply Chain will be entitled to purchase the supplies and/or services identified in the tender documents as Non-Direct Contract Products which it will then 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. For the supplies and/or services identified as Direct Contract Products in the tender documents 1) NHS Supply Chain; 2) any NHS Trust; 3) any other NHS entity; 4) any government department, agency or other statutory body and/or 5) any private sector entity active in the UK healthcare sector will be able to enter into a direct contract with the Supplier for any of the supplies and/or services under the Framework. As part of its pre-tender strategy, NHS Supply Chain would also like to engage with suppliers of these products and services via a Request for Information (RFI) and a Technical Evaluation. If you would like to complete these documents in respect of the products and services which are the subject of this procurement they are att ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6856e26-85ca-4828-a028-fbddb020d75f | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Jan 2019 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 15 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 | NHS SUPPLY CHAIN | | Locality | NORMANTON | | Post town | Wakefield | | Postcode | WF6 1TL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE45 Wakefield | | Local authority | Wakefield | | Electoral ward | Normanton | | Westminster constituency | Normanton and Hemsworth | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33184000 - Artificial parts of the body ## Release History - 22 Jan 2019 at 11:11 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6856e26-85ca-4828-a028-fbddb020d75f - 17 Jan 2019 at 14:37 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6856e26-85ca-4828-a028-fbddb020d75f - 17 Jan 2019 at 14:34 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6856e26-85ca-4828-a028-fbddb020d75f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6856e26-85ca-4828-a028-fbddb020d75f 22nd January 2019 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/81621908-dd81-435b-b2d8-41f23466ad22 Technical aspects - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dd2a7abe-f33d-4cfe-a0ba-7f2701b0789f Request for Information ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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