Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
NHS Supply Chain Operated by DHL Supply Chain Limited acting as agent of Supply Chain Coordination Ltd (SCCL)
c/o Skipton House, 80 London Road
London
SE1 6LH
Chelsea.Allen2@supplychain.nhs.uk
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UKI4 - Inner London – East
Internet address(es)
Main address
https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-of-health
Buyer's address
https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-of-health/about/procurement
one.2) Information about joint procurement
The contract is awarded by a central purchasing body
one.3) Communication
Additional information can be obtained from another address:
DHL Supply Chain Limited
Foxbridge Way
Normanton
WF6 1TL
Contact
Chelsea Allen
Chelsea.Allen2@supplychain.nhs.uk
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UKE4 - West Yorkshire
Internet address(es)
Main address
https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-of-health
Buyer's address
https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-of-health/about/procurement
Electronic communication requires the use of tools and devices that are not generally available. Unrestricted and full direct access to these tools and devices is possible, free of charge, at
https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com/
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
National or federal Agency/Office
one.5) Main activity
Health
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
Biopsy Products
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 33141000 - Disposable non-chemical medical consumables and haematological consumables
two.1.3) Type of contract
Supplies
two.1.4) Short description
NHS Supply Chain are looking to put a Biopsy framework agreement in place. Currently, the extent of the scope of the proposed framework agreement is unknown, however, we are looking to understand the biopsy market in its entirety to determine a framework agreement which meets the needs of the NHS and changing technologies. Products could include Biopsy Needles, Vacuum Assisted Biopsy Equipment & Accessories inc. Transperineal Prostate Access Devices, this is not an exhaustive list. Please include other products which you think fall within the scope of this exercise. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of £7.5m to £10.5m in the first year of this Framework Agreement, this is approximate only and the values may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the Framework Agreement.The estimated value over the total Framework Agreement term (including any extension options) is £42m and includes a forecast for growth.
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £42,000,000
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: Yes
Maximum number of lots that may be awarded to one tenderer: 2
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Biopsy Needles and related consumables & Accessories
Lot No
1
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33141000 - Disposable non-chemical medical consumables and haematological consumables
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - UNITED KINGDOM
Main site or place of performance
Various Locations in the UK
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Products within this lot could include but not limited to, Biopsy Needles, including Core Soft Tissue Needles, FNA, Bone Marrow & Accessories including Transperineal Prostate Access Devices, Guide Wires & Tissue markers. This is not exhaustive, please include any other product types which you think fall within the scope of this exercise.
two.2.14) Additional information
Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of £4.5m to £7 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.
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Biopsy Equipment & related consumables and accessories
Lot No
2
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33141000 - Disposable non-chemical medical consumables and haematological consumables
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - UNITED KINGDOM
Main site or place of performance
Various Locations in the UK
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Products within this lot could include but not limited to, Equipment used to perform biopsies such as Vacuum Assisted Biopsy Devices or equipment used within the patient pathway for biopsies. This would not include any radiology equipment or diagnostic equipment. This would include all related accessories and consumables for the equipment. This is not exhaustive, please include any other product types which you think fall within the scope of this exercise.
two.2.14) Additional information
Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of £3m 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.
two.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice
5 January 2022
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
The purpose of this notice is to draw attention to a procurement that NHS Supply Chain intends to commence during the subsequent 12 months. The invitation to tender will be the subject of a separate notice and it is that notice to which potential suppliers will need to respond at the appropriate time.
The following certification will be a requirement of the upcoming tender exercise and Applicants may be required to include evidence of this within their tender submission.
- ISO9001:2015 accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (or equivalent) to cover all segments of the Applicant’s and the product’s supply chain. This should include, but not be limited to, manufacturing, storage and distribution. If such certificates are not in the name of the Applicant then the Applicant must supply a copy of agreements setting out the authority and responsibilities of all parties in the supply chain.
- Declaration of Conformity and CE Certification to demonstrate compliance to Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC or Medical Device Regulation 2017/745 (where applicable)
If the Applicant commits to obtain ISO9001:2015 accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (or equivalent) at the time of the tender submission then the requirement is that such certification is in place prior to the commencement date of the framework agreement (in order for NHS Supply Chain to place orders with the successful Applicant).
The Framework Agreement between NHS Supply Chain and successful suppliers will reserve the right to purchase the same or similar supplies and/or services from suppliers not appointed to the Framework Agreement at its sole discretion.
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/bulk buy initiatives.
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.
As part of its pre-tender strategy, NHS Supply Chain would also like to engage with suppliers of these products via a Request for Information (RFI).
If you would like to complete the Request for Information document in respect of the products which are the subject of this procurement, then please follow the below instructions;
Follow the link to the eProcurement Portal: https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com/
Please select the ‘SQs Open To All Suppliers’ link and select SQ_33 RFI Biopsy Products,Project 55
Select Express interest
Select the ‘My Responses’ tab and please complete and attach the RFI within Section 1.1.2
Select ‘Submit Response