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title: "Skin Cleansing and Disinfection"
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# Skin Cleansing and Disinfection

Buyer: NHS SUPPLY CHAIN  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02a0af

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by NHS Supply Chain, focusing on a Framework Agreement for 'Skin Cleansing and Disinfection' products, which falls under the medical equipment and pharmaceuticals industry category. The procurement method is open, and the primary procurement stage is active, with an initial contract term of 36 months and a valued estimate of £70,600,000 GBP excluding VAT, potentially extending to 48 months with a total anticipated value of £94,750,000 GBP excluding VAT. Interested businesses should submit their tenders by 29 April 2021, which is the deadline for bids.

This tender provides significant growth opportunities for companies within the medical supplies and pharmaceuticals sector, specifically those offering skin cleansing products and related hygiene items. Businesses adept in providing personal care products, antimicrobial solutions, and healthcare supplies would be well-positioned to compete effectively. With a considerable forecasted growth in purchase values, it attracts both large suppliers and SMEs seeking to establish or expand their presence in the healthcare market.

## Notice

The Framework Agreement is for the supply of skin cleansing and disinfection products for patient use, including but not limited to patient cleansing wipes, patient cleansing and hygiene products, localised alcohol skin cleansing and decolonisation wipes, body cleansing and decolonisation products, biocides, and skin disinfection medicinal products. The Framework Agreement will have an initial term of 36 months with an option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months. It is anticipated that in the first 36 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases will be in the region of PS70,600,000 GBP ex VAT. For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value is PS94,750,000 GBP ex VAT. 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.

### Lot Information

Patient Cleansing Wipes

This Lot is for wipes used for the personal hygiene and cleansing of patients of all ages including (but not limited to) hand, face, body and bed bath wipes. There are two sub-categories under this Lot: 1) Sub-category A - Non-maceratable Wipes This sub-category is for non-maceratable patient cleansing wipes, that are not disposed of in a macerator after use 2) Sub-category B - Maceratable Wipes This sub-category is for patient cleansing wipes that are disposed of in a macerator after use These will show as separate Lots in the eProcurement Portal but will be evaluated as Lot 1 Patient Cleansing Wipes. Additional information: It is anticipated that in the first 36 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases for this Lot will be circa PS3,998,315 GBP ex VAT and for the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value will be circa PS5,364,544 GBP ex VAT.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to 12 months.

Continence Wipes

This Lot is for continence wipes only used for patient personal hygiene. Additional information: It is anticipated that in the first 36 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases for this Lot will be circa PS5,536,129 GBP ex VAT and for the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value will be circa PS7,427,830 GBP ex VAT

Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to 12 months.

Patient Cleansing and Hygiene Products

This Lot is for non-wipe products used for patient cleansing and hygiene including (but not limited to) shampoo, shower gel, shampoo caps without medicinal properties, tablet soap, body wash, and baby bath. Additional information: It is anticipated that in the first 36 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases for this Lot will be circa PS2,183,695 GBP ex VAT and for the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value will be circa PS2,929,866 GBP ex VAT.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to 12 months.

Localised Alcohol Skin Cleansing and Decolonisation Wipes

This Lot is for products used for localised cleaning and decolonisation of skin including (but not limited to) alcohol wipes with chlorhexidine and alcohol swabs. Additional information: It is anticipated that in the first 36 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases for this Lot will be circa PS2,980,283 GBP ex VAT and for the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value will be circa PS3,998,649 GBP ex VAT.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to 12 months.

Body Cleansing and Decolonisation

This Lot is for antimicrobial products used for the cleaning of patients' hair and body, including products used for the decolonisation of patients' skin and mucosa prior to procedure, including (but not limited to) wipes, shampoo caps, body wash, mouth wash, sponges, nasal gel and disinfectant solutions for general skin cleansing and decolonisation. Additional information: It is anticipated that in the first 36 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases for this Lot will be circa PS6,581,842 GBP ex VAT and for the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value will be circa PS8,830,865 GBP ex VAT.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to 12 months.

Skin Disinfection (Medicinal Products)

This Lot is for medicinal products and associated products only, used for the cleansing, disinfection and decolonisation of a clinician's and/or a patient's skin including (but not limited to) surgical scrub solutions, surgical skin preparation products, mouth wash, and related dispensers. Additional information: It is anticipated that in the first 36 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases for this Lot will be circa PS48,594,906 GBP ex VAT and for the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value will be circa PS65,199,842 GBP ex VAT.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to 12 months.

Nursing Sundries

This Lot is for skin cleansing and care nursing sundries not listed in Lots 1 to 6. Products include (but are not limited to) nursing sundries, emollients, creams and liquids used in patient care such as protection creams, zinc and castor oil ointment, yellow soft paraffin, and nail varnish remover. Additional information: It is anticipated that in the first 36 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases for this Lot will be circa PS722,772 GBP ex VAT and for the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value will be circa PS969,744 GBP ex VAT.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to 12 months.

Patient Cleansing Wipes - Non Maceratable

This Lot is for wipes used for the personal hygiene and cleansing of patients of all ages including (but not limited to) hand, face, body and bed bath wipes. There are two sub-categories under this Lot: 1) Sub-category A - Non-maceratable Wipes This sub-category is for non-maceratable patient cleansing wipes, that are not disposed of in a macerator after use. Additional information: It is anticipated that in the first 36 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases for Lot 1A and 1B combined will be circa PS3,998,315 GBP ex VAT and for the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value will be circa PS5,364,544 GBP ex VAT.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to 12 months.

Patient Cleansing Wipes - Maceratable

This Lot is for wipes used for the personal hygiene and cleansing of patients of all ages including (but not limited to) hand, face, body and bed bath wipes. There are two sub-categories under this Lot. This Sub Category is: 2) Sub-category B - Maceratable Wipes This sub-category is for patient cleansing wipes that are disposed of in a macerator after use. Additional information: It is anticipated that in the first 36 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases for Lot 1A and Lot 1B combined will be circa PS3,998,315 GBP ex VAT and for the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value will be circa PS5,364,544 GBP ex VAT.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to 12 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002764-2022 |
| 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 | 31 Jan 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Dec 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £94,750,000 |
| Lots value | £94,721,340 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £94,721,340 |

## Status

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

## 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 | TLI4 Inner London - East |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 28 |
| Supplier names | 3M UNITED KINGDOM PUBLIC; B. BRAUN MEDICAL; BANNER GROUP; BIO-TECH SOLUTIONS; BUNZL RETAIL & HEALTHCARE SUPPLIES; COD BECK BLENDERS; ECOLAB LIMITED TRADING AS ECOLAB HEALTHCARE; GAMA HEALTHCARE; IMS EURO; INFINITE BUSINESS SYSTEMS LTD TRADING AS THE SERVICE HEALTHCARE; INSIGHT HEALTH; ISKUS HEALTH; MACDONALD AND TAYLOR HEALTHCARE; MOLNLYCKE HEALTH CARE; OPTIMUM MEDICAL SOLUTIONS; PAL INTERNATIONAL; PAUL HARTMANN; PDI (EMEA; PEARMINE HEALTH; POTTER & MOORE INNOVATIONS; PRESTIGE PERSONAL CARE; PROCOTECH; PROSYS INTERNATIONAL; PTP HEALTHCARE; RELIANCE MEDICAL; ROBINSON HEALTHCARE; SARACO INDUSTRIES; SCHULKE AND MAYR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 33141118 - Wipes
- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products
- 33631600 - Antiseptics and disinfectants
- 33690000 - Various medicinal products
- 33700000 - Personal care products
- 33711000 - Perfumes and toiletries
- 33711430 - Disposable personal wipes
- 33711500 - Skin-care products
- 33711600 - Hair preparations and articles
- 33711610 - Shampoos
- 33711700 - Articles and preparations for oral or dental hygiene
- 33711740 - Mouthwash
- 33711900 - Soap
- 33740000 - Hand and nails care products
- 33741000 - Hand care products
- 33741100 - Hand cleaner
- 33741200 - Hand or body lotions

## Release History

- 31 Jan 2022 at 22:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002764-2022
- 29 Mar 2021 at 23:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006462-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com/
- https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.html
- https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.htmlorDHLSupplyChainLtd,Normanton,UnitedKingdom.NUTScode:UK.Lisa-MarieStead,lisa-marie.stead@supplychain.nhs.uk,https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-of-health,buyerprofile:https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-of-health
- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:123918-2019:TEXT:EN:HTML
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-of-health
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-of-health/about/procurement

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