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title: "Super Absorbent Gels"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-af3b3aa7-a36b-4f42-a7f9-4a59df68bbbd"
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source: "Contracts Finder"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NHS SUPPLY CHAIN"
published: "2021-02-12"
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# Super Absorbent Gels

Buyer: NHS SUPPLY CHAIN  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-af3b3aa7-a36b-4f42-a7f9-4a59df68bbbd

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## Summary

The NHS Supply Chain is looking to establish a non-exclusive Framework Agreement for the supply of Super Absorbent Gel products, aimed at medical uses such as cleaning spillages. This procurement is currently in the planning phase, with a key engagement end date set for 1st September 2021. The opportunity falls under the classification of medical consumables, specifically within the CPV code 33140000. The primary location for delivery is Yorkshire and the Humber, with the purchasing organisation based in London, England.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to engage in public procurement within the healthcare sector. Companies involved in the production or supply of medical consumables, particularly those specialising in absorbent products, are well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging with this procurement could foster business growth through potential partnerships with the NHS Supply Chain and contribute to the development of essential healthcare supplies.

## Notice

NHS Supply Chain seeks to establish a non-exclusive Framework Agreement for the supply to NHS Supply Chain depots via the Stock/Blue Diamond routes and to the NHS Supply Chain customer base via the E-Direct route for Super Absorbent Gel products for use in cleaning spillages of fluid, including but not limited to Absorbent Gel Sachets, Shaker Pots, Sheets and Tubs. Additional information: See FTS (https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Search) 2021/S 000-002851 for access to SQ and express interest.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf7fe9d7-d04b-420a-a235-e7a3ffe8be3d |
| 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 | 12 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Sep 2021 |
| 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 | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 6LH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark |
| Local authority | Southwark |
| Electoral ward | St George's |
| Westminster constituency | Bermondsey and Old Southwark |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33140000 - Medical consumables

## Release History

- 12 Feb 2021 at 14:38 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf7fe9d7-d04b-420a-a235-e7a3ffe8be3d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf7fe9d7-d04b-420a-a235-e7a3ffe8be3d
  12th February 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Search

## Provenance

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