--- title: "Central Venous Catheters and Associated Products" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-029f7c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-029f7c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-029f7c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-029f7c.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "NHS SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATED BY DHL SUPPLY CHAIN LIMITED ACTING AS AGENT OF SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LTD (SCCL)" published: "2021-10-05" --- # Central Venous Catheters and Associated Products Buyer: NHS SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATED BY DHL SUPPLY CHAIN LIMITED ACTING AS AGENT OF SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LTD (SCCL) Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-029f7c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-029f7c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-029f7c.json) ## Summary NHS Supply Chain has initiated a tender for a Framework Agreement concerning the supply of Central Venous Catheters and Associated Products. This procurement, classified under the CPV code for disposable medical consumables, will be conducted via an open procedure. The anticipated value of the agreement is approximately £57,466,760 over its potential 48-month term, with an initial year's expected spending of around £12,943,000. The tender aims to establish supply routes to NHS depots and healthcare providers across various locations in the UK. Key dates include the active tendering phase, during which all applicants meeting minimum requirements and achieving a minimum score of 35% will be considered for award. This tender represents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in medical supplies, particularly those within the fields of manufacturing disposable medical devices and haematological consumables. Companies, especially SMEs capable of meeting NHS standards for quality and sustainability, are encouraged to participate. The competitive environment will favour firms with strong sales support and financial evaluation credentials, as outlined in the tender criteria. Furthermore, suppliers may benefit from long-term relationships and additional growth prospects within the healthcare sector, aligning their offerings with the needs of NHS clients. ## Notice NHS Supply Chain seeks to establish a non-exclusive Framework Agreement for supply to NHS Supply Chain depots via the Stock and Blue Diamond routes and to the NHS Supply Chain customer base via the E-Direct Route. The Framework Agreement is for the supply of Central Venous Catheters and Associated Products. It is anticipated that in the first 12 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases will be circa PS12,943,000. For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value is circa PS57,466,760. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth. The values provided are for guidance only and are not a guarantee of business. NHS Supply Chain anticipates appointing all Applicants who have met the minimum requirements which are set out in these tender documents and whose total score meets or exceeds a hurdle of at least 35% when rounded up or down (as the case may be) from four decimal places to the nearest whole number at tender evaluation stage to the relevant Product Line of the Framework Agreement. ### Lot Information CVC: Acute CVC (Short Term) Central venous catheters (CVC) within this Framework are also known as central lines, central venous lines, or central venous access catheters. CVC products must be suitable for administration of medication or fluids that are unable to be administered enterally or would harm a smaller peripheral vein and obtain blood tests. Additional information: For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value is circa PS14,918,790. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth. Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for a total of 48 months CVC: Vascular Catheter (Dialysis) (Short term) A vascular catheter is a specialised, flexible plastic tube inserted via the subclavian or jugular vein, through the neck, chest, or leg near the groin, usually only for short-term haemodialysis. Additional information: For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value is circa PS1,963,500 These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth. Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for a total of 48 months CVC: Peripheral Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) (Long Term) A PICC line is a thin, soft, long catheter (tube) that is inserted into a vein in the arm, leg or neck. The tip of the catheter is positioned in a large vein that carries blood into the heart. The PICC line is used for long-term intravenous (IV) antibiotics, nutrition or medications, and for blood draws. A PICC Line can have one, two or three lumens, they can be power injectable, micro seldinger technique, or CT (computerized tomography) injectable with micro seldinger techniques. Additional information: For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value is circa PS17,180,000 These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth. Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for a total of 48 months CVC: Skin Tunnelled Catheter (Cuffed) (Long term) A skin tunnelled catheter is a long, hollow tube inserted into one of the veins in the neck or under the collar bone. This is also referred to as a 'line', 'skin tunnelled line' or 'Hickman'. It has openings on both ends and the space inside the line is called a lumen. A line can have one, two or three lumens. Additional information: For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value is circa PS1,702,395 These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth. Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for a total of 48 months CVC: Implanted Port (Porta Cath) (Long term) A port is a small medical appliance that is installed beneath the skin. A catheter (plastic tube) connects the port to a vein. Under the skin, the port has a septum (a silicone membrane) through which drugs can be injected and blood samples can be drawn multiple times, resulting in less discomfort for the patient than a more typical "needle stick". Ports are used mostly to treat haematology and oncology patients. The port is usually inserted in the upper chest (known as a "chest port"), just below the clavicle or collar bone, with the catheter inserted into the jugular vein. Additional information: For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value is circa PS680,975 These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth. Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for a total of 48 months Arterial Lines A peripheral arterial line is a thin catheter inserted into an artery. It is most often used in intensive care medicine and anaesthesia to monitor blood pressure directly and in real-time (rather than by intermittent and indirect measurement) and to obtain samples for arterial blood gas analysis. Additional information: For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value is circa PS9,991,100 These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth. Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for a total of 48 months Midlines Midlines are non-tunnelled peripheral vascular access devices which are inserted through a peripheral vein in the arm. A midline can have one or two lumens which can include a catheter with micro seldinger technique; seldinger technique midlines with extension tubes, and midlines which can be trimmed to a desired length. Additional information: For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value is circa PS1,640,000 These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth. Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for a total of 48 months Accessories/Associated Products Associated products can support the use of the Lotted products through their design and method of use. Additional information: For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value is circa PS9,390,000 These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth. Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for a total of 48 months ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024849-2021 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large, SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 5 Oct 2021 | | Submission deadline | 4 May 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 6 Sep 2021 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £57,466,760 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £57,466,760 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Cancelled | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NHS SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATED BY DHL SUPPLY CHAIN LIMITED ACTING AS AGENT OF SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LTD (SCCL) | | Additional buyers | NHS SUPPLY CHAIN; NHS SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATED BY DHL SUPPLY CHAIN LTD ACTING AS AGENT OF SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LTD (SCCL) | | 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 | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 17 | | Supplier names | AQUILANT; B. BRAUN MEDICAL; BECTON, DICKINSON; CLEARTRACE; FANNIN (UK; GBUK; ISKUS HEALTH; JOHNSON & JOHNSON MEDICAL; KIMAL; MEDICAL ACCESS; MERIT MEDICAL; PFM MEDICAL; SMITH MEDICAL INTERNATIONAL; TFX GROUP; TOOKIE; VYGON (U.K.; WORLDLINK RESOURCES | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33141000 - Disposable non-chemical medical consumables and haematological consumables - 33141240 - Catheter accessories - 33181000 - Renal support devices - 33181520 - Renal dialysis consumables - 33184100 - Surgical implants ## Release History - 5 Oct 2021 at 21:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024849-2021 - 27 Jul 2021 at 17:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006154-2021 - 7 May 2021 at 21:55 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010058-2021 - 19 Apr 2021 at 21:54 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008269-2021 ## Notice URLs - https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com/ - https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:335825-2020:TEXT:EN:HTML - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-of-health - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-of-health/about/procurement ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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