--- title: "Central Venous Catheters" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03102c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-03102c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03102c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03102c.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (\"NSS\")" published: "2022-01-27" --- # Central Venous Catheters Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS") Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03102c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-03102c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03102c.json) ## Summary The procurement process relates to the renewal of a National Framework for Central Venous Catheters, led by the Common Services Agency (NHS National Services Scotland). The tender is currently in the planning stage and seeks goods classified under the CPV code 33141200 for healthcare purposes. The estimated value of this procurement is £1.5 million, excluding VAT, and it encompasses several categories of catheters intended for delivery across the UK. Interested parties should mark their calendars for the future notice date set for 29th June 2022. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the medical supplies industry, particularly those specialising in catheter products and related medical devices. Suppliers capable of providing high-quality and innovative solutions in infection minimisation are encouraged to participate. With varying lots available, companies focused on producing coated, uncoated, paediatric, and various other catheter types, as well as related insertion systems, would find excellent opportunities to grow their presence within the NHS supply framework. ## Notice Renewal of National Framework for the Supply of Central Venous Catheters covering the following products to NHS Scotland either via the NDC or direct to Health boards. It is expected that the annual value across all the lots will not exceed GBP 1.5m excluding VAT. Please note that the following Lot configuration is for information purposes only and is subject to change. ### Lot Information Coated Central Venous Catheters We require a Coated Central Venous Catheter (CVC) which will minimise the risk of infection and is for use in, but not limited to; administering medication or fluids that are unable to be taken by mouth or would harm a smaller peripheral vein, to obtain blood tests and to measure central venous pressure. Non Coated Central Venous Catheters We require a Coated Central Venous Catheter (CVC) which will minimise the risk of infection and is for use in, but not limited to; administering medication or fluids that are unable to be taken by mouth or would harm a smaller peripheral vein, to obtain blood tests and to measure central venous pressure. Paediatric Central Venous Catheters We require a Paediatric Central Venous Catheter (CVC) for use in, but not limited to; administering medication or fluids that are unable to be taken by mouth or would harm a smaller peripheral vein, to obtain blood tests and to measure central venous pressure. Midline Catheters We require a Midline Catheter for longer term IV access which is ideal for patients whose treatment is expected to last more than three (3) days. Skin Tunnelling Catheters We require a Skin Tunnelling Catheter suitable for long term insertion for use in, but not limited to; taking a blood sample, giving medication, giving blood or blood products, giving chemotherapy, intravenous feeding, bone marrow transplantation, and photopheresis. PICC Lines We require a (Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter) PICC Line (Non-Coated & Antimicrobial), which is used for a prolonged period of time for Chemotherapy or Antibiotic therapy along with the administration of substances that should not be done peripherally. Arterial Monitoring Lines and Arterial Cannula 1) We require a Seldinger Arterial Line, which can be inserted in a variety of arteries, the most common sites for placement being the radial and the femoral artery. 2) 2) We require a Non Selindger Arterial Cannula which is designed for insertion into peripheral arteries, allowing the for the determination of blood gas estimations or monitoring blood pressure. Implantable Ports We require a range of implantable ports that are used within an clinical environment to give IV Treatments and Blood Transfusions directly into a vein. PICC Catheter Placement System We require a PICC Catheter Placement System that is used in clinical environment to insert PICC products into patients. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002451-2022 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Jan 2022 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 28 Jun 2022 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,500,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33141200 - Catheters ## Release History - 27 Jan 2022 at 16:05 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002451-2022 ## Notice URLs - http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000680990 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=680990 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA11883 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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