--- title: "Framework Agreement for the supply of Balanced Salt Solution" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d651de9c-8a83-435f-9e6e-86e6c0c80834" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d651de9c-8a83-435f-9e6e-86e6c0c80834" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d651de9c-8a83-435f-9e6e-86e6c0c80834.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d651de9c-8a83-435f-9e6e-86e6c0c80834.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DERBY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST" published: "2017-09-07" --- # Framework Agreement for the supply of Balanced Salt Solution Buyer: DERBY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d651de9c-8a83-435f-9e6e-86e6c0c80834 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d651de9c-8a83-435f-9e6e-86e6c0c80834) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d651de9c-8a83-435f-9e6e-86e6c0c80834.json) ## Summary The Derby Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is initiating a tender process for a Framework Agreement for the supply of Balanced Salt Solution, which is primarily used for irrigation during various eye surgical procedures. This procurement falls under the pharmaceutical products category and is part of an open procedure aimed at improving costs and services for participating trusts within the East Midlands. The tender period will be open until 6th October 2017, and the contract is expected to commence on 1st January 2018, functioning until 31st December 2020. Interested parties are advised to register on the procurement portal to access the necessary documents and submit their bids. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the pharmaceutical and medical supply sector, particularly those specialising in sterile solutions or related medical goods. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this a favourable chance to engage with a major NHS trust, enhancing their visibility and credibility in the procurement landscape. Companies that can demonstrate compliance with the specifications and aim to provide quality service improvements will be well-positioned to compete effectively in this tender process. ## Notice This tender is to establish a framework agreement for the supply of balanced salt solution to participating trusts, in line with the agreed specification. Balanced Salt Solution is a sterile solution which is used for irrigation during various surgical procedures of the eyes. This project will review the use of balanced salt solutions within the East Midlands and look to provide a cost/service improvement through an OJEU tender process. Additional information: For full access to the documents and to be able to submit a bid please go to the web address above and register. Once registered you can find the invitation to tender by searching the Bravo ref: itt_28961 or our ref D80.D50.397. For any technical problems with the procurement portal please contact the Bravo eTendering helpdesk: Phone: 0800 069 8630 E-mail: help@bravosolution.co.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/83f1f9dd-cdfb-4813-ab02-2627087c09c3 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Sep 2017 | | Submission deadline | 6 Oct 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Jan 2018 - 31 Dec 2020 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | DERBY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST | | Locality | DERBY | | Post town | Derby | | Postcode | DE1 2QY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire | | ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby | | Local authority | Derby | | Electoral ward | Arboretum | | Westminster constituency | Derby South | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products ## Release History - 7 Sep 2017 at 13:30 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/83f1f9dd-cdfb-4813-ab02-2627087c09c3 - 7 Sep 2017 at 13:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/83f1f9dd-cdfb-4813-ab02-2627087c09c3 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/83f1f9dd-cdfb-4813-ab02-2627087c09c3 7th September 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://emprocurenhs.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at ## Notice URLs - http://www.derbyhospitals.nhs.uk/primary/pharmacy/empc/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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