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title: "NHS Scotland National Uniform"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-028c21"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (\"NSS\")"
published: "2021-06-28"
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# NHS Scotland National Uniform

Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-028c21

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## Summary

The procurement process for the NHS Scotland National Uniform, initiated by the Common Services Agency (NHS National Services Scotland), is currently in the awarded stage. This framework agreement targets the supply of occupational clothing and accessories for NHS personnel across Scotland, including Ambulance Service staff and health-related students from various universities. The estimated total contract value is £18.8 million, covering a six-year duration with potential extensions. Key deadlines include the tender period closing on 9 April 2021, with contract signatures dated 18 June 2021, and orders to be delivered to approximately 260 locations throughout Scotland.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in manufacturing and supplying occupational clothing, particularly those capable of adhering to stringent quality and design specifications. Companies with expertise in managing large-scale supply chains, including transportation and intelligent stock management systems, will be well-positioned to apply. This contract not only requires high-quality uniform production but also emphasises community benefits, making it appealing to businesses committed to social responsibility and community engagement.

## Notice

Framework agreement for the supply of uniforms to all entities constituted pursuant to the national Health Service(Scotland)Act1978(i.e. all NHS Scotland Health Boards and the Authority or other NHS organisations established pursuant to the NHS(Scotland)Act1978)and any Integrated Joint Boards established pursuant to the Public Bodies(Joint Working)Scotland Act 2014.All Scottish Hospices The NHS in Scotland requires a contractor to provide a national uniform set to NHS Scotland personnel including Scottish Ambulance Service and students in health related training establishments throughout Scottish universities. The current national uniform set consists of core garments: tunic, trousers and polo-shirts. Other garments include blouses, shirts, fleece and tailored trousers. The SAS core uniform consists shirts, trousers, boots and helmets. The contractor must be able to receive and deliver garments to and from approximately 260 delivery locations plus many more delivery points throughout Scotland. The successful contractor will be required to manufacture items to a set design and stringent quality specification which, whilst durable and fit for purpose, provides the NHS in Scotland with value for money. Current supply chain includes a supported business sub contract; the Authority intends for this to be continued.

### Lot Information

NP721-21 NHS Scotland National Uniform

The NHS in Scotland requires a contractor to provide a national uniform set to NHS Scotland personnel and students in health related training establishments throughout Scottish universities. The current national uniform set consists of core garments: tunic, trousers and polo-shirts. Other garments include blouses, shirts, fleece and tailored trousers. The contractor must be able to receive and deliver garments to and from approximately 130 delivery locations plus many more delivery points throughout Scotland. The successful contractor will be required to manufacture items to a set design and stringent quality specification which, whilst durable and fit for purpose, provides the NHS in Scotland with value for money. They will be required to manage the supply chain including arrangement of transportation, storage and distribution, along with managing order fulfilment and customer returns. The successful contractor will also be expected to operate an end to end intelligent stock management and order fulfilment system to ensure that short customer delivery timescales can be adhered to. Interested suppliers should note there is a supported business sub contract in the current framework and supply chain and the Authority intends to continue this in the new framework - further information will be provided in the tender documentation.

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions

NHS Scotland - Scottish Ambulance Service

The NHS in Scotland requires a contractor to provide a national uniform set to NHS Scotland Scottish Ambulance Service (SAS) personnel throughout various site throughout Scotland. The current SAS uniform set consists of core garments: shoes/boots, trousers, shirts, helmets,gloves, soft-shell jackets, sliders and epaulettes. The contractor must be able to receive and deliver garments to and from approximately 130 delivery locations plus many more delivery points throughout Scotland. The successful contractor will be required to manufacture items to a set design and stringent quality specification which, whilst durable and fit for purpose, provides the NHS in Scotland with value for money. They will be required to manage the supply chain including arrangement of transportation, storage and distribution, along with managing order fulfilment and customer returns. The successful contractor will also be expected to operate an end to end intelligent stock management and order fulfilment system to ensure that short customer delivery timescales can be adhered to.

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014744-2021 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | 26 Feb 2021 |
| Award date | 17 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2021 - 30 Nov 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £18,800,000 |
| Lots value | £18,800,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £20,423,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS") |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH12 9EB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Drum Brae/Gyle |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | ALSICO LAUCUBA LTD T/A MELTEMI; MWUK T/A DIMENSIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

### Codes

- 18100000 - Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories
- 18110000 - Occupational clothing

## Release History

- 28 Jun 2021 at 15:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014744-2021
- 25 Feb 2021 at 15:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003816-2021
- 21 Jan 2021 at 11:40 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001227-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nhsscotlandprocurement.scot.nhs.uk/
- http://www.publictenderscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA11883

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