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title: "Vascular Therapy and Associated Products 2028"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0687ac"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LIMITED"
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# Vascular Therapy and Associated Products 2028

Buyer: SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0687ac

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## Summary

Supply Chain Coordination Limited, representing NHS Supply Chain, is in the planning stage for a significant public procurement process titled "Vascular Therapy and Associated Products 2028." The process is in the planning stage and is detailed in a preliminary market engagement (PME) aimed at identifying suppliers for vascular therapy products, with an engagement period running until 31st August 2026. Key dates include an Expression of Interest deadline on 30th June 2026 and follow-up supplier meetings throughout June and July. The proposed procurement process is open and aims to establish a framework agreement lasting initially two years, with possible extensions, covering a comprehensive range of products like compression stockings and medical consumables, to be implemented across the United Kingdom.

This tender represents considerable growth prospects for businesses specialising in medical consumables, particularly those capable of supplying high-quality vascular therapy products. Companies with innovative capabilities and robust supply chain strategies are well-suited to compete, especially if they are SMEs or VCSEs, as the procurement process indicates suitability for these types of organisations. Suppliers stand to benefit from a notable contract value, estimated over £122 million gross, and engagement will allow businesses to shape the final tender requirements, aligning them with NHS Trust needs. Potential contractors must meet sustainability and security criteria, enhancing competitiveness within the healthcare sector.

## Notice

The Authority intends to establish a framework agreement for the provision of Vascular Therapy and associated products and services. The framework agreement is proposed to be awarded for an initial period of two (2) years, with the option to extend for up to two additional one-year periods (2+1+1), subject to satisfactory performance and at the Authority's discretion. The maximum potential duration of the framework agreement, including all extension options, is therefore four (4) years, in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 and the tender documentation. Any extension of the framework agreement will be exercised at the Authority's discretion and subject to satisfactory performance, as set out in the tender documentation. The Framework is likely to include the categories below which are indicative and intended to describe the range of outcomes and clinical applications required: * Anti-Embolism Stockings and Accessories * Sequential Intermittent Pneumatic Compression Garments and Accessories * Universal Intermittent Pneumatic Compression Garments and Accessories * Graduated Compression Hosiery and Accessories * Upper Limb Compression Garments and Accessories * Graduated Compression Hosiery Kits and Accessories * Calf Muscle Medical Electro Stimulation Devices * Compression Wraps and Accessories * Compression Garment Applicators Single Patient Use * Compression Garment Applicators Reusable We are in the process of reviewing this structure and welcome engagement with suppliers as part of that review. * CE and/or UKCA (as applicable) and Declaration of Conformity: certificates where applicable to be presented at submission stage of the tender. * Modern Slavery Assessment Tool (MSAT): Tenderers must have a score of 41% or above within 12 months of the Tender Close Date via https://supplierregistration.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/ * Evergreen Sustainable Supplier Assessment: Tenderers will need to have completed the assessment and within 12 months of the Tender Close Date. Suppliers will be required to be at Evergreen Level 1 (Or Higher) at the close of Tender submissions. Link for instructions and access for this assessment: https://www.england.nhs.uk/nhs-commercial/central-commercial-function-ccf/evergreen/ * Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP): Tenderers must have a valid CRP link on their website that meets the requirements of PPN 006 as outlined in the PPN, OR where Supplier has no website, the CRP is provided in PDF format that meets the requirements of PPN 006 as outlined in the PPN OR excused in exceptional circumstances. CRP has to be dated within the 12 months prior to tender close date. * Cyber Security: If you handle patient or personal data, or provide any IT systems, services, or devices you will need to have a Cyber Security Essentials Plus Certificate. For further guidance please visit: https://www.supplychain.nhs.uk/programmes/sustainability/net-zero-supply-chain-and-suppliers/

### Planning Information

This PME is intended to consult the market and identify potential suppliers capable of meeting the Authority’s emerging requirements for Vascular Therapy products and associated services. Through this engagement, the Authority aims to:
• understand supplier capacity and capability;
• explore opportunities for innovation;
• ensure transparency and awareness of the potential opportunity across the market; and
• inform the design of a future procurement approach that is proportionate, competitive and aligned with NHS Trust requirements.
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Understanding current direct routes to market
As part of this PME, the Authority specifically wishes to engage with suppliers to better understand the current direct route to market commercial models operating within the Vascular Therapy category. At present, NHS Supply Chain has limited visibility of how products and services are sold directly to NHS Trusts, including:
• commercial and pricing structures;
• contracting and ordering mechanisms;
• the role of services, training or education within direct sales models; and
• how these arrangements operate in practice for Trusts.
Gaining this insight will support the development of a robust and transparent commercial strategy, inform the design and structure of any future framework arrangement, and help ensure alignment with existing Trust purchasing behaviours and prevailing market practice.
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Scope of the Preliminary Market Engagement
The PME will include the following activities:
• Expression of Interest (EOI)
Interested suppliers are invited to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) via the Jaggaer eProcurement Portal. Interested suppliers can express interest in the opportunity using the following link:
PORTAL ACCESS
• Login with URL https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com//
• Click on “SQs Open to All Suppliers” and search for the title of the procurement: Project_1753 - Vascular Therapy and Associated Products 2028 Pre Market Engagement
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
• Click on the ‘EXPRESS INTEREST’ button in the top right corner. 
• Answer the question in the Qualification Envelope.
• The deadline for submission of EOIs is 30 June 2026.
• 1 to 1 Supplier Meetings
Optional 1 to 1 supplier meetings will be offered during June/July 2026 to suppliers who have expressed interest. These sessions will allow for structured discussion on the emerging Vascular Therapy procurement and are expected to cover:
1. Products and specifications
2. Training and educational offerings
3. Supply chain resilience and continuity plans
4. Sustainability requirements
5. Commercial and route‑to‑market models (including direct sales arrangements with NHS Trusts), and any other matters relevant to the potential procurement
• Ongoing Engagement and Feedback
Further engagement meetings may be held to gather feedback on the draft specification and/or product list. This engagement is expected to continue up until the end of August 2026, to support the completion and refinement of requirements.
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Draft Documentation and Feedback
• Suppliers who submit an EOI will be provided with draft specifications and a draft product list, which are currently under development.
• This is expected to take place during July–August 2026 (subject to change).
• The Authority will invite feedback, comments and assumptions based on these draft documents to inform the final procurement design.
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Nature of Engagement
• The Authority will maintain dialogue with incumbent suppliers and engage with potential new suppliers who express interest, initiating exploratory discussions to understand supplier offerings and assess alignment with emerging requirements.
• Engagement may take place via Microsoft Teams, telephone or face to face meetings, subject to suitability and availability.
• Suppliers who express an interest are encouraged to engage constructively through the engagement opportunities offered as part of this PME.
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Important Notices
• This Preliminary Market Engagement does not constitute a commitment by the Authority to commence a formal procurement process or to award any contract(s).
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The Authority sincerely appreciates supplier engagement and looks forward to receiving considered input throughout the course of this PME.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049603-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 22 Oct 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Feb 2028 - 27 Feb 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £102,000,000 |
| 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 | SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LIMITED |
| 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
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 18300000 - Garments
- 18315000 - Stockings
- 18317000 - Socks
- 33140000 - Medical consumables
- 35113460 - Protective socks or hosiery

## Release History

- 27 May 2026 at 11:07 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049603-2026
- 21 Apr 2026 at 14:27 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036218-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049603-2026
  27th May 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036218-2026
  21st April 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com//
- https://supplierregistration.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/
- https://www.england.nhs.uk/nhs-commercial/central-commercial-function-ccf/evergreen/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.supplychain.nhs.uk/
- https://www.supplychain.nhs.uk/programmes/sustainability/net-zero-supply-chain-and-suppliers/

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