Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)
Alder House, Alder Court, St Asaph Business Park
St Asaph
LL17 0JL
Telephone
+44 1745366801
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UK - United Kingdom
Internet address(es)
Main address
http://nwssp.nhs.wales/ourservices/procurement-services/
Buyer's address
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0221
one.3) Communication
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
one.5) Main activity
Health
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
Purchase of Hypochlorous Acid (HOCL) Misting Units - Decontamination Equipment
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 42924720 - Decontamination equipment
two.1.3) Type of contract
Supplies
two.1.4) Short description
Due to Health & Safety risks and the time taken to decontaminate using the existing Hydrogen Peroxide Vapour (HPV) systems, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is looking to transition to an alternative method of decontamination using Hypochlorous Acid (HOCL) for Domestic Services pan-BCUHB.
The Health Board is seeking to purchase eight large Hypochlorous Acid (HOCL) based acid misting units. The machine must be compatible for use within a clinical healthcare environment, using a stable Hypochlorous Acid that meets the required UK regulations.
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £80,000
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.2) Description
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33191000 - Sterilisation, disinfection and hygiene devices
- 39330000 - Disinfection equipment
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKL13 - Conwy and Denbighshire
- UKL12 - Gwynedd
- UKL23 - Flintshire and Wrexham
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Due to Health & Safety risks and the time taken to decontaminate using the existing Hydrogen Peroxide Vapour (HPV) systems, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is looking to transition to an alternative method of decontamination using Hypochlorous Acid (HOCL) for Domestic Services pan-BCUHB.
The Health Board is seeking to purchase eight large Hypochlorous Acid (HOCL) based acid misting units. The machine must be compatible for use within a clinical healthcare environment, using a stable Hypochlorous Acid that meets the required UK regulations. The following will be required as part of the specification.
Misting Unit Requirements:
Misting rate - 60ml/min
Size of mister – approx. 35x35x73cm
Capacity - 4L
To produce a dry mist of under 5microns
Machine/Equipment must be able to disperse a vapour with minimum coverage of a six bed hospital bay (approximately, 200 cubic metres) which can be remotely activated from outside the room.
Machine/Equipment must have an Aeration Unit to disperse vapour within non-vented areas.
Machine/Equipment must be easy cleanable with a build quality which is fit for use within a clinical environment.
Machine/Equipment must be easy to handle for one person, on its own trolley system, which is compatible for movement on internal & external surfaces.
Machine/equipment must have a minimum of 12 months warranty with technical support/site response within 24 hours.
Machine/equipment must be supplied with vent & smoke detection covers.
Solution/product used must have proven stability for a period of 12 months and meet the required UK regulations for use in a clinical environment. Evidence of Registration required.
Solution/product must be supplied in 5 litre containers.
The machine and solution must have been tested and validated within a real-time, clinical setting through an independent registered laboratory.
A minimum of one NHS Healthcare reference site who are actively using the machine/equipment and solution must be provided as part of the response.
two.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice
22 February 2023
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
Section six. Complementary information
six.3) Additional information
NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=128764.
(WA Ref:128764)