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title: "Single Use Theatre Protective Wear & Associated Consumables"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-049a8d"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NHS SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATED BY SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LTD (SCCL)"
published: "2024-09-13"
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# Single Use Theatre Protective Wear & Associated Consumables

Buyer: NHS SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATED BY SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LTD (SCCL)  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-049a8d

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## Summary

NHS Supply Chain, operated by Supply Chain Coordination Ltd (SCCL), has announced an upcoming procurement for "Single Use Theatre Protective Wear & Associated Consumables" focusing on the medical consumables industry. This procurement is currently in the planning stage with an anticipated initiation within the next 12 months. The procurement will cover various lots, including single use sterile gowns, patient and equipment drapes, headwear, and theatre accessories, with a total estimated value of £26.16 million over an initial three-year term, potentially extending to four years. The process will involve qualitative evaluation questions on Social Value and a compliant Carbon Reduction Plan. The engagement process will start with an Expression of Interest and Request for Information (RFI), with further communication expected by 20 November 2024.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for suppliers specialising in medical consumables and protective gear. The framework agreement allows for discounted pricing, value-added offerings, and bulk buy initiatives, beneficial for both small and large enterprises. Businesses with robust economic and financial standings, compliance with Social Value criteria, and existing assessments on Modern Slavery and Carbon Reduction will be well-positioned. The tender is well-suited for suppliers who can provide innovative and cost-effective solutions to a wide range of buyers, including NHS Trusts, other NHS entities, government departments, and private sector firms in the UK healthcare sector.

## Notice

This notice is to inform potential suppliers of an upcoming procurement opportunity for single use theatre-associated personal protective equipment (PPE). The scope of this procurement will include a comprehensive range of PPE and related accessories for maintaining the sterile conditions in surgical environments. Items to be procured include: sterile gowns, patient & equipment drapes, headwear and accessories. NHS Supply Chain intends to enter into arrangements under which it will be entitled to purchase supplies and/or services 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. NHS Supply Chain expects to provide successful suppliers with the opportunity to offer additional savings to customers through the provision of discounted pricing, value added offerings and commitment (national product matrices)/bulk buy initiatives. It is intended that this framework will be let on an initial three (3) year term, with optional extensions to not exceed a maximum duration of four (4) years in total.

### Lot Information

Single Use Sterile Gowns

This lot includes single use sterile gowns, which are worn by surgical teams to ensure a sterile field. It is intended that this Lot will include an opportunity for awarded suppliers to submit commitment based pricing, to support cash-releasing savings benefit. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS2.4m to PS4.1m 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.

Single Use Patient & Equipment Drapes

This lot includes patient and equipment drapes, which are used to cover patients and surgical instruments to maintain sterility. It is intended that this Lot will include an opportunity for awarded suppliers to submit commitment based pricing, to support cash-releasing savings benefit. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS250k to PS1.1m 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.

Single Use Headwear

This lot includes theatre caps, across a variety of colours to protect against contamination. It is intended that this lot will include an option for a bulk buy discount to be offered by awarded suppliers. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS775k to PS840k 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.

Single Use Theatre Accessories

This lot includes all other theatre accessories, worn by surgical teams, to ensure a safe and sterile operating environment. The products in scope include overshoes, beard covers and coveralls. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of PS150k to PS500k 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/029328-2024 |
| 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 | 13 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 20 Nov 2024 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £26,160,000 |
| 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

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories
- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 18100000 - Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories
- 18114000 - Coveralls
- 18143000 - Protective gear
- 18441000 - Hats
- 18443000 - Headgear and headgear accessories
- 18444000 - Protective headgear
- 33140000 - Medical consumables
- 33199000 - Medical clothing
- 39515200 - Drapes
- 39518100 - Operating-theatre drapes
- 39518200 - Operating-theatre sheets

## Release History

- 13 Sep 2024 at 08:59 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029328-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com/
- https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com//
- https://www.england.nhs.uk/nhs-commercial/central-commercial-function-ccf/evergreen/
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-of-health
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-of-health/about/procurement

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