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title: "Electrosurgical Consumables and Related Accessories 2025"
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# Electrosurgical Consumables and Related Accessories 2025

Buyer: SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-042cde

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## Summary

The procurement process for "Electrosurgical Consumables and Related Accessories 2025" has been conducted by Supply Chain Coordination Limited, a national agency operating under the Department of Health in the UK. This open procurement procedure was aimed at sourcing a variety of operating theatre devices and instruments, specifically electrosurgical consumables such as patient plate return electrodes and surgical plume products. The process, initially announced as a tender, culminated in a contract award stage, formalised on 9th May 2025. The framework agreement spans a potential 48-month period, with the first year's anticipated purchase value around £14,080,000, and a total expected value of approximately £56,320,000. Deliveries are to occur at various locations across the UK.

This procurement offers substantial opportunities for businesses in the medical devices sector, particularly those supplying goods compatible with electrosurgery. With a framework agreement incorporating multiple lots, companies specialising in medical equipment manufacturing, particularly electrosurgical unit components, would find this contract highly promising. The procurement process engaged several suppliers including notable SMEs, allowing diverse participation and fostering healthy competition. This environment enables businesses to leverage quality offerings and service enhancements, tailoring proposals to competitive advantage criteria such as social value and sustainability which are integral to the NHS procurement strategy.

## Notice

The Framework Agreement is for the supply of electrosurgical consumables and related accessories including patient plate return electrodes, reusable patient return capacitive electrodes, electrosurgical pencils and electrodes, surgical plume products, suction coagulators, coablation wands, monopolar and bipolar forceps and related consumables. This framework was previously known as diathermy consumables. It is anticipated that in the first 12 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases will be circa PS14,080,000, however this is approximate only. For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value is around PS56,320,000. The figures for the total estimated value are based on that initial expenditure and include a forecast for growth. The values provided are for guidance only and are not a guarantee of business with successful suppliers. The figures for the total estimated value are based on that initial expenditure and include a forecast for growth.

### Lot Information

Patient Plate Return Electrodes, Reusable Patient Return Capacitive Electrodes and Associated Accessories

This Lot aims to offer Patient Return Electrode, compatible cables and leads and other associated Accessories. Patient Return Electrodes are designed to act as an inactive electrode to carry electric current away from the patient during a procedure that uses electrosurgery. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS2,000,000 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 for up to a total period of 48 months.

Electrosurgical Pencils, Monopolar Electrode Attachments and Associated Products

This Lot aims to offer Electrosurgical Pencils, Electrode attachments, tip cleaners, X-ray scratch pads, polishers and other associated accessories. Electrosurgical pencils are used during surgical procedures to cut both tissue and produce coagulation via electro-cautery. The Electrode attachments are used in conjunction with the diathermy pencils. Associated accessories can also be used in conjunction with both pencils and electrode attachments. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS3,500,000 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 for up to a total period of 48 months.

Surgical Plume Extraction Products including Pencils, Monopolar and Bipolar Coagulation Forceps, Filters, Tips, Surgical Plume Evacuation Machines and Associated Products

This Lot aims to offer Surgical Plume Extraction Products including Pencils, Monopolar and Bipolar Coagulation Forceps, Filters, Tips, Surgical Plume Evacuation Machines and Associated Products, these are used during surgical procedures to cut both tissue and product coagulation via electro-cautery. These pencils have an added feature of facilitating smoke evacuation via extraction tubes. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS6,000,000 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 for up to a total period of 48 months.

Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC) Argon Hand Switch Pencil and associated APC tips/accessories/probes

This Lot aims to offer Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC) Argon Hand Switch Pencil and associated APC tips/accessories/probes. These are used during surgical procedures to cut both tissue and produce coagulation via electro-cautery. These pencils have an added feature of emitting a plume of Argon gas from the tip of the pencil to help improve visibility of the procedure site and reduce the amount of blood present during the procedure. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS50,000.00 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 for up to a total period of 48 months.

Monopolar Suction Coagulators, Coblation Wands and Disposable Cautery Pencils

This Lot aims to offer Monopolar Suction Coagulators , these are used during open surgical procedures to aspirate blood and small tissue, whilst controlling bleeding. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS30,000.00 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 for up to a total period of 48 months.

Forceps for electrosurgery including Monopolar coagulation and Bipolar coagulation forceps

This Lot aims to offer Forceps for electrosurgery including Monopolar coagulation and Bipolar coagulation forceps, these are pincer type hand held electro-surgical instument to coagulate tissue during surgical procedures. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS2,500,000 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 for up to a total period of 48 months.

Patient Plate Return Electrodes, Reusable Patient Return Capacitive Electrodes and Associated Accessories

This Lot aims to offer Patient Return Electrode, compatible cables and leads and other associated Accessories. Patient Return Electrodes are designed to act as an inactive electrode to carry electric current away from the patient during a procedure that uses electrosurgery. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS2,000,000 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 for up to a total period of 48 months.

Electrosurgical Pencils, Monopolar Electrode Attachments and Associated Products

This Lot aims to offer Electrosurgical Pencils, Electrode attachments, tip cleaners, X-ray scratch pads, polishers and other associated accessories. Electrosurgical pencils are used during surgical procedures to cut both tissue and produce coagulation via electro-cautery. The Electrode attachments are used in conjunction with the diathermy pencils. Associated accessories can also be used in conjunction with both pencils and electrode attachments. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS3,500,000 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 for up to a total period of 48 months.

Surgical Plume Extraction Products including Pencils, Monopolar and Bipolar Coagulation Forceps, Filters, Tips, Surgical Plume Evacuation Machines and Associated Products

This Lot aims to offer Surgical Plume Extraction Products including Pencils, Monopolar and Bipolar Coagulation Forceps, Filters, Tips, Surgical Plume Evacuation Machines and Associated Products, these are used during surgical procedures to cut both tissue and product coagulation via electro-cautery. These pencils have an added feature of facilitating smoke evacuation via extraction tubes. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS6,000,000 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 for up to a total period of 48 months.

Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC) Argon Hand Switch Pencil and associated APC tips/accessories/probes

This Lot aims to offer Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC) Argon Hand Switch Pencil and associated APC tips/accessories/probes. These are used during surgical procedures to cut both tissue and produce coagulation via electro-cautery. These pencils have an added feature of emitting a plume of Argon gas from the tip of the pencil to help improve visibility of the procedure site and reduce the amount of blood present during the procedure. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS50,000.00 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 for up to a total period of 48 months.

Monopolar Suction Coagulators, Coblation Wands and Disposable Cautery Pencils

This Lot aims to offer Monopolar Suction Coagulators , these are used during open surgical procedures to aspirate blood and small tissue, whilst controlling bleeding. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS30,000.00 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 for up to a total period of 48 months.

Forceps for electrosurgery including Monopolar coagulation and Bipolar coagulation forceps

This Lot aims to offer Forceps for electrosurgery including Monopolar coagulation and Bipolar coagulation forceps, these are pincer type hand held electro-surgical instument to coagulate tissue during surgical procedures. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS2,500,000 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 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/077281-2025 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | 26 Aug 2024 |
| Award date | 8 May 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £56,320,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £56,320,000 |

## Status

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

## 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 33 |
| Supplier names | BOLTON SURGICAL; CONMED; CRITICAL HEALTHCARE; DELTA SURGICAL; ELEMENTAL HEALTHCARE; EMPIRE MEDICAL; ERBE MEDICAL; EUROSURGICAL; FANNIN; GEMINI SURGICAL; IDEAL MEDICAL SOLUTIONS; J&M MEDICAL NE; JOHNSON & JOHNSON MEDICAL; JUDD MEDICAL; KCI MEDICAL; KEYMED (MEDICAL AND INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT; MEDLINE INDUSTRIES; MEDTRONIC; MOLNLYCKE HEALTH CARE; NISSHA MEDICAL TECHNIOLOGIES; OSCARTECH; P.W.COOLE & SON; RB MEDICAL ENGINEERING; SELA MEDICAL; SRA DEVELOPMENTS LEE ROACH; STARKSTROM; STERIMED MEDICAL IMPLANTS; STERIS SOLUTIONS; STRYKER; SURGICA; TIMESCO HEALTHCARE; TOFFELN; UNISURGE INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 31711140 - Electrodes
- 33161000 - Electrosurgical unit
- 33162000 - Operating theatre devices and instruments
- 33162100 - Operating-theatre devices

## Release History

- 26 Nov 2025 at 13:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077281-2025
- 16 Sep 2024 at 15:37 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029596-2024
- 12 Jan 2024 at 16:28 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001161-2024

## Notice URLs

- 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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