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title: "Polymer Aprons 2022"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-eb599742-2ec0-4354-b791-113fcae2ecef"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "NHS SUPPLY CHAIN"
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# Polymer Aprons 2022

Buyer: NHS SUPPLY CHAIN  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-eb599742-2ec0-4354-b791-113fcae2ecef

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## Summary

NHS Supply Chain is currently in the Tender stage for the contract titled "Polymer Aprons 2022," aimed at supplying polymer aprons to various locations across the UK, including NHS Supply Chain depots. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the anticipated initial value of approximately £74,570,000 for the first 24 months, extendable for up to 48 months in total. The deadline for tender submissions is set for 2nd November 2021, and the expected contract period will commence on 16th March 2022, lasting until 15th March 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in the manufacture and supply of plastic products, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Eligible suppliers could tap into a lucrative framework agreement that includes provisions for providing discounted pricing and bulk buy initiatives for NHS entities and government bodies. Companies equipped to fulfil sample requirements, testing, and compliance with ethical standards will have a competitive advantage in this opportunity.

## Notice

Non-exclusive framework agreement for the supply of polymer aprons to NHS Supply Chain depots via the Stock / Blue Diamond routes or to any other nominated location(s) in the UK and to the NHS Supply Chain customer base via the E-Direct Route. The Framework Agreement will have an initial term of 24 months with an option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months. It is anticipated that in the first 24 months of the framework agreement the value of purchases will be circa PS74,570,000 and if extended the 4-year purchase value will be in the region of PS149,140,000 however this is approximate only. The values may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the framework agreement. Lots within this tender will have sample requirements and testing. There may be the use of auctions to determine the award, please see the Invitation to Tender for details.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e78e9508-4b90-4b99-8d2e-bc04edbe4c9a |
| 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 | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | 31 Aug 2021 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 16 Mar 2022 - 15 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £74,570,000 |
| 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 | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S4 7UQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | Burngreave |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Brightside and Hillsborough |
| 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), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland, TLN Northern Ireland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 19 - Leather and textile fabrics, plastic and rubber materials

### Codes

- 19520000 - Plastic products

## Release History

- 4 Oct 2021 at 08:19 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e78e9508-4b90-4b99-8d2e-bc04edbe4c9a
- 22 Jul 2021 at 10:17 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3dc96742-2694-459f-9ff2-bf6494b4aae2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e78e9508-4b90-4b99-8d2e-bc04edbe4c9a
  4th October 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3dc96742-2694-459f-9ff2-bf6494b4aae2
  22nd July 2021 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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