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title: "Syringes, Needles including Biopsy and Associated Products"
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# Syringes, Needles including Biopsy and Associated Products

Buyer: SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0428bd

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## Summary

The NHS Supply Chain, operated by Supply Chain Coordination Ltd, is initiating a public procurement process for the supply and delivery of syringes, needles, biopsy needles, and associated products across various locations in the UK. This framework agreement, categorised under goods, is crucial for the health sector and covers a wide range of medical consumables and equipment. The procurement is currently in the planning stage as of December 2023, with a notice for future tenders expected around July 2024. The estimated value of this 48-month framework agreement stands at approximately £260 million, reflecting significant initial expenditures ranging from £50 to £65 million in the first year alone. The process follows an open procurement method, allowing for numerous suppliers to participate in bidding for up to two lots per supplier.

The procurement offers vast opportunities for businesses specialising in medical supplies, particularly those with capabilities in producing or supplying syringes and needles, including advanced equipment like biopsy and spinal needles. Companies excelling in quality and innovation can benefit from this framework by securing long-term agreements with the NHS, potentially increasing their market share and credibility in the healthcare sector. As the framework encourages compliance with standards like ISO 9001:2015 and UKCA/CE certifications, businesses that already meet these requirements or are positioned to comply swiftly will have a competitive edge. The inclusion of criteria for resilience, training, and social value in the tender evaluation highlights the NHS's commitment to sustainable and responsible procurement, aligning with suppliers who offer added value and demonstrate corporate social responsibility.

## Notice

This Framework Agreement is for the supply of syringes, needles including biopsy and products associated with their use including safety versions where applicable. Needles and syringes can be supplied both as individual products and in combination with each other and include: Syringes; Needles; Biopsy needles, Combined needles and syringes; Safety needles; Combined safety needles and syringes; and Products associated with the use of needles and/or syringes as above. It is anticipated that in the first 12 months of the Framework Agreement the total value of purchases under it will be around PS97,500,000. For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value is around PS340,000,000. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information. The values provided are for guidance only and are not a guarantee of business with successful suppliers.

### Lot Information

Syringes, Needles & Associated Products

This Lot is for syringes, needles and associated products. Please refer to the tender documents for the detail on the product lines and specification for this Lot. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS90,000,000 in the first year of this Framework Agreement, however this is approximate only and the values may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the Framework Agreement.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months.

Biopsy Needles and Associated Products

This Lot is for biopsy needles and associated products. Please refer to the tender documents for the detail on the product lines and specification for this Lot. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS7,500,000 in the first year of this Framework Agreement, however this is approximate only and the values may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the Framework Agreement.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months.

Syringes, Needles & Associated Products

This Lot is for syringes, needles and associated products. Please refer to the tender documents for the detail on the product lines and specification for this Lot. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS90,000,000 in the first year of this Framework Agreement, however this is approximate only and the values may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the Framework Agreement.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months.

Biopsy Needles and Associated Products

This Lot is for biopsy needles and associated products. Please refer to the tender documents for the detail on the product lines and specification for this Lot. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS7,500,000 in the first year of this Framework Agreement, however this is approximate only and the values may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the Framework Agreement.

Options: This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031260-2025 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | 1 Jul 2024 |
| Award date | 10 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

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

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Cancelled |
| Lots status | Active, Cancelled |
| Awards status | Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LIMITED |
| Additional buyers | NHS SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATED BY SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LTD (SCCL) |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 8UG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI45 Lambeth |
| Local authority | Lambeth |
| Electoral ward | Waterloo & South Bank |
| Westminster constituency | Vauxhall and Camberwell Green |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33100000 - Medical equipments
- 33140000 - Medical consumables
- 33141310 - Syringes
- 33141320 - Medical needles
- 33141321 - Anesthesia needles
- 33141323 - Biopsy needles
- 33141326 - Radiology procedural needles
- 33141328 - Epidural needles
- 33141329 - Amniocentesia needles
- 33171300 - Epidural kits or packs

## Release History

- 10 Jun 2025 at 12:41 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031260-2025
- 10 Jul 2024 at 14:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021130-2024
- 20 Dec 2023 at 14:42 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037500-2023

## Notice URLs

- https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com/
- https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com//
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-of-health
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-of-health/about/procurement

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