--- title: "NP58521 Evacuated Blood Collection Systems" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02efa4" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02efa4" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02efa4.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02efa4.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (\"NSS\")" published: "2022-04-06" --- # NP58521 Evacuated Blood Collection Systems Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS") Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02efa4 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02efa4) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02efa4.json) ## Summary The procurement process is being conducted by the Common Services Agency, known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), located in Edinburgh. The contract, titled "NP58521 Evacuated Blood Collection Systems," falls under the goods category, specifically related to venepuncture and blood sampling devices. The procurement is currently at the Award stage, with key contracts signed on 15 February 2022. This procurement is based on an open procedure and includes multiple lots, with the main supply route being through the National Distribution Centre in Larkhall, South Lanarkshire. This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses seeking to expand in the healthcare sector, particularly for those that supply medical goods and devices. Companies that provide blood collection systems, safety lancets, and related products would be particularly well-suited to compete. Additionally, smaller enterprises and SMEs can benefit from the inclusive procurement strategy that aims to award multiple suppliers to various lots, fostering a diverse supplier base. ## Notice The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as National Services Scotland) ('the authority') acting through its division Procurement, Commissioning and Facilities is undertaking this procurement of supply and delivery of Evacuated Blood Collection Systems including Safety Lancets on behalf of all entities constituted pursuant to the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978 (i.e. All NHS Scotland Health Boards, Special Health Boards and the Authority of other NHS Organisation established pursuant to the NHS (Scotland) Act 1978), any integrated Joint Boards established pursuant to the new Public Bodies (Joint Working) Scotland Act 2014 (collectively hereafter referred to as 'Participating Authorities'). The main supply route for these products will be via the NDC (National Distribution Centre) based in Larkhall South Lanarkshire. ### Lot Information Evacuated Blood Systems The basket of goods in Lot One Includes the following scope: - Blood collection tubes - Safety Blood Collection Needles - Safety Blood Collection Sets - Adaptor & Accessories We envisage awarding Seven (7) suppliers to this lot. These products will be purchased by the NDC (National Distribution Centre) in Larkhall, South Lanarkshire for onward supply to the Health Boards across Scotland. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the Authority. Single Use Tourniquets (Non-Sterile) We require a range of Single Use Tourniquets (Paper/Rubber) on various sizes that limits infection within an primary and secondary health environment across NHS Scotland. These products will be purchased by the NDC (National Distribution Centre) in Larkhall, South Lanarkshire for onward supply to the Health Boards across Scotland. We envisage awarding Seven (7) suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the Authority. Neonatal Lancets We require a range of safety neonatal lancets which are used across primary and secondary care by suitably trained personnel across NHS Scotland. These products will be purchased by the NDC (National Distribution Centre) in Larkhall, South Lanarkshire for onward supply to the Health Boards across Scotland. We envisage awarded Seven (7) suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions available Paediatric/Adult Lancets We require a range of Paediatric/Adult Safety Lancets which are used in primary and secondary care settings across NHS Scotland by suitably trained personnel. These products will be purchased by the NDC (National Distribution Centre) in Larkhall, South Lanarkshire for onward supply to the Health Boards across Scotland. We envisage awarded Seven (7) suppliers to this Lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the Authority. Adult Tubes We require a range of Adult tubes that are not submitted in Lot One and are used across NHS Scotland in a primary and secondary environment by suitably trained personnel. Envisage awarding 6 suppliers to this lot. Lot Five (5) is an unscored Lot where suppliers who are awarded to Lot One (1) will be awarded to this Lot if they have submitted a product. We envisage awarding Seven (7) suppliers to this Lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the Authority. Paediatric Tubes We require a range of Paediatric tubes that are not submitted in Lot One and are used across NHS Scotland in a primary and secondary environment by suitably trained personnel. Envisage awarding 6 suppliers to this lot. Lot Six (6) is an unscored Lot where suppliers who are awarded to Lot One (1) will be awarded to this Lot if they have submitted a product. We envisage awarding Seven (7) suppliers to this Lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the Authority. Safety Needles We require a range of Adult tubes that are not submitted in Lot One and are used across NHS Scotland in a primary and secondary environment by suitably trained personnel. These products will be purchased by the NDC (National Distribution Centre) in Larkhall, South Lanarkshire for onward supply to the Health Boards across Scotland. Lot Seven (7) is an unscored Lot where suppliers who are awarded to Lot One (1) will be awarded to this Lot if they have submitted a product. We envisage awarding Seven (7) suppliers to this Lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the Authority. Safety Sets We require a range of Adult tubes that are not submitted in Lot One and are used across NHS Scotland in a primary and secondary environment by suitably trained personnel. These products will be purchased by the NDC (National Distribution Centre) in Larkhall, South Lanarkshire for onward supply to the Health Boards across Scotland. Lot Eight (8) is an unscored Lot where suppliers who are awarded to Lot One (1) will be awarded to this Lot if they have submitted a product. We envisage awarding Seven (7) suppliers to this Lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the Authority. Accessories We require a range of Adult tubes that are not submitted in Lot One and are used across NHS Scotland in a primary and secondary environment by suitably trained personnel. These products will be purchased by the NDC (National Distribution Centre) in Larkhall, South Lanarkshire for onward supply to the Health Boards across Scotland. Lot Nine (9) is an unscored Lot where suppliers who are awarded to Lot One (1) will be awarded to this Lot if they have submitted a product. We envisage awarding Seven (7) suppliers to this Lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the Authority. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009195-2022 | | 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 | 6 Apr 2022 | | Submission deadline | 26 Nov 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 15 Feb 2022 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £15,980,000 | | Lots value | £15,980,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £15,980,000 | ## 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 | 20 | | Supplier names | APOLLO MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES; ASEP HEALTHCARE; BAYMED HEALTHCARE; BECTON DICKINSON; CAMBRIDGE SENSORS; CENTRAL MEDICAL SUPPLIES; CLINICAL INNOVATIONS EUROPE; CREST MEDICAL; GBUK ENTERAL; GBUK HEALTHCARE; GREINER BIO-ONE TD; ISKUS HEALTH; MEDLINE INDUSTRIES; OWEN MUMFORD; PROSPECT DIAGNOSTICS; SARSTEDT; SMITHS MEDICAL INTERNATIONAL; TIMESCO HEALTHCARE; WORLDLINK RESOURCES; YPSOMED | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33141300 - Venepuncture, blood sampling devices ## Release History - 6 Apr 2022 at 08:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009195-2022 - 29 Oct 2021 at 12:44 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027192-2021 - 25 Oct 2021 at 14:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026679-2021 ## Notice URLs - http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA11883 - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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