--- title: "Supply of Sterile Services Consumables" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-050bee" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-050bee" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050bee.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050bee.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)" published: "2025-08-27" --- # Supply of Sterile Services Consumables Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS) Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-050bee [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-050bee) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050bee.json) ## Summary The Common Services Agency, also known as NHS National Services Scotland, through its National Procurement division, is managing a procurement process titled "Supply of Sterile Services Consumables". This procurement focuses on providing medical consumables to all NHS Scotland Health Boards, with supplies delivered via the National Distribution Centre and through direct delivery. The procurement falls under the goods category within the region of the United Kingdom and adheres to an open procedure procurement method. The tender phase of this process commenced with documentation available up until the end of June 2, 2025, and the relevant contracts were signed starting August 6, 2025. Completion of this procurement marks a major step in providing necessary medical supplies to health boards, ensuring readiness and efficiency in NHS operations. This tender offers myriad opportunities for both established and emerging businesses in the medical supply industry. Companies specialising in the manufacturing and distribution of medical consumables such as paper sterilisation bags, polypropylene hollowware, and instrument tray liners, among others, are well-positioned to participate. The framework agreement allows for multiple unranked suppliers for each product category, thus enabling Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to compete alongside larger corporations. Businesses that demonstrate a commitment to providing high-quality, cost-effective goods paired with strong support services tend to be more successful in these competitive bids. Additionally, the inclusion of community benefits emphasizes not just growth in direct business terms, but also encourages suppliers to engage in societal contributions, thus fostering long-term benefits not just for their companies but also for the community at large. ## Notice Supply of Sterile Services Consumables to Health Boards via both the National Distribution Centre & Direct Delivery ### Lot Information Innovation Future & Innovation Lot allowing aspects to future proof within the scope of Sterile Services Consumables framework. Provide a platform for product innovation or advanced development within the scope of the framework. Considerations can only be proposed from suppliers that have a positive commercial submission on the framework. Proposals must compliment the framework scope. Non-specific products will not be considered. Any proposal that replicates or duplicates any of the other Lots within the framework will not be considered. Proposals should not crossover any other NHS Scotland contract or framework. Not a backdoor process to have products listed nationally. Clinical Advisory Panel approval & consensus agreement is final. Evidence, support & technical files may be required, as per the current framework request. Only to be sent during proposal engagement window (and if requested). Approved products would fall under the same Terms & Conditions for framework adherence. We envisage awarding to all compliant suppliers. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Polypropylene Hollowware for Theatres Graduated Disposable Clear The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Polypropylene Hollowware for Theatres Graduated Disposable Pink The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Cardboard Corner White Rigid The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Protection Corners - Foam The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Filters Round for Sterilisation Tins The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Instrument Tray Liners Cotton The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Instrument Tray Liners Crepe 80gsm The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Instrument Tray Liner Non Woven Blue The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Instrument Tip Guard Plastic The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Absorbent & Protective Mats The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Paper Sterilisation Creped 60gsm Green The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Paper Sterilisation Creped 60gsm White The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Pouches Self Seal Paper / Film The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Prep Sponge The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Reels, Flat Paper / Plastic Laminate 200m Roll The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Transportation Bags The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Split Foam Sterilisation Tray Blocks The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Swab Gauze XRD Tied 5's Bulk Pack (White or Green) The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Tape High Temperature Masking Blue The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Tray Identification Tag 90 X 38mm The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Tray Wrap Sterilisation Thermally Bonded Layers The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Tray Wrap Transportation Sterilisation 60gsm The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Umbilical Cord Clamp Sterile & unsterile The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Bags, Paper Sterilisation Plain Closure The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Bags, Paper Sterilisation Heat Seal Closure The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority Tray Wrap Sterilisation Green 40 to 50gsm/Blue 61gsm+ Interleaved The authority requires supply of Sterile Services Consumables into both NDS (National Distribution Centre) & direct delivery to all NHS Scotland health boards. The Authority envisages awarding 5 unranked suppliers to this lot. Renewal: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the authority ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051445-2025 | | Notice type | Tender 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 | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Aug 2025 | | Submission deadline | 2 Jun 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 5 Aug 2025 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £8,961,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £8,961,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Cancelled | | Awards status | Active, Unsuccessful | | Contracts status | Active | ## 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 | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 12 | | Supplier names | ADVANCED MEDICAL SYSTEMS; H4 MEDICAL; HEALTH EDGE SOLUTIONS; MEDLINE INDUSTRIES; MEDSCIENCE DISTRIBUTION; O&M HALYARD; PLS MEDICAL; STERIS SOLUTIONS; TOFFELN; UNISURGE INTERNATIONAL; VERNACARE INTERNATIONAL; WESTFIELD MEDICAL | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33140000 - Medical consumables ## Release History - 27 Aug 2025 at 08:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051445-2025 - 2 May 2025 at 08:09 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018638-2025 ## Notice URLs - http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000806516 - https://publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ - https://www.nss.nhs.scot/news/community-benefits-gateway-connecting-communities/ - 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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