--- title: "Needlefree Connection Systems and Associated Products 2025" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-049962" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-049962" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-049962.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-049962.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "NHS SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATED BY SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LTD (SCCL)" published: "2024-09-09" --- # Needlefree Connection Systems and Associated Products 2025 Buyer: NHS SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATED BY SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LTD (SCCL) Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-049962 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-049962) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-049962.json) ## Summary NHS Supply Chain, operated by Supply Chain Coordination Ltd (SCCL), is planning a procurement process for Needlefree Connection Systems and Associated Products in 2025. This procurement falls under the devices and instruments for transfusion and infusion industry category. The upcoming tender covers various locations across the UK and includes key dates such as a future notice on 17th October 2024. The procurement stage is currently in the planning phase, and the procurement method will include separate notices for the invitation to tender. The total estimated value is £100,000,000 GBP, with initial expenditures across four lots expected to begin in the first year, covering products like Needlefree Connectors/Valves and Needlefree Extension Sets among others. This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in medical devices and supply chain solutions, particularly those with capabilities in manufacturing, storage, and distribution. Businesses with ISO 9001: 2015 accreditation, compliance with UK Medical Device Regulations, and a strong economic and financial standing will be well-suited to compete. Emphasis will also be placed on sustainability and social value, including carbon reduction plans and modern slavery assessments. The framework agreement will cater to NHS entities, government departments, and private sector entities in the UK healthcare sector, offering a valuable chance to secure long-term contracts and expand market reach. ## Notice The NHS Supply Chain Needlefree Connection Systems and Associated Products Framework 2025 is intended to cover Needlefree connectors, extension sets and accessories . Lot 1 Needlefree Connectors/Valves. Lot 2 Needlefree Extension Sets. Lot 3 Needlefree Closed System Transfer Devices. Lot 4 Needlefree Associated Products. It is anticipated in the first year that spend will be approximately PS25,000,000 GBP, however this is approximate only and may vary depending on requirements of bodies purchasing under the Framework. The Framework Agreement between NHS Supply Chain and successful suppliers will reserve the right to purchase the same or similar supplies from suppliers not appointed to the Framework at its sole discretion. NHS Supply Chain intends to enter into arrangements under which it will be entitled to purchase supplies which it will make available for purchase by 1) any NHS Trust; 2) any other NHS entity; 3) any government department, agency or other statutory body and/or 4) any private sector entity active in the UK healthcare sector. Only NHS Supply Chain can order from the Framework Agreement and enter into contracts under it. ### Lot Information Needlefree Connectors/Valves Needlfree Connector/Valve, including Positive, Negative and Neutral fluid displacement, bi-directional fluid displacement and arterial. 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. Needlefree Extension Sets Needlfree Extension sets, including single, double, triple, quad and Five Lumen. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS16.000.000 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. Needlefree Closed System Transfer Devices Needlefree Closed system transfer devices. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS1,000,000 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. Needlefree Associated Products Needlefree Associated Products including bag spike dispensing pins, disinfectant caps, stopcock and other accessories. 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. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028850-2024 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | 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 | 9 Sep 2024 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 16 Oct 2024 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £100,000,000 | | 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 | 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 - 33194000 - Devices and instruments for transfusion and infusion - 33194100 - Devices and instruments for infusion - 33194120 - Infusion supplies - 33194200 - Devices and instruments for transfusion ## Release History - 9 Sep 2024 at 16:08 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028850-2024 ## 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 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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