Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
NHS Supply Chain – Hotel Services is operated by North of England Commercial Procurement Collaborative (‘NOE CPC’) (who are hosted by Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust) is acting on behalf of Supply Chain Coordination Ltd
Don Valley House
Sheffield
S4 7UQ
Contact
Kevin Goldfinch
kevin.goldfinch@supplychain.nhs.uk
Telephone
+44 7887527563
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UK - UNITED KINGDOM
Internet address(es)
Main address
one.2) Information about joint procurement
The contract is awarded by a central purchasing body
one.3) Communication
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
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
National Healthcare Uniforms
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 18000000 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories
two.1.3) Type of contract
Supplies
two.1.4) Short description
National Healthcare Uniform - For the supply of a National Healthcare Uniform for Trusts across NHS England. There are approximately 604k nursing staff and Allied Health Professionals across NHS England. Existing uniforms are generally replaced on a rolling schedule based upon wear and tear. The number of garments issued to each Healthcare Professional varies across trusts but is typically 4 to 5 sets per professional. The current supply chain is complex with a proliferation of styles, colours, embroidery and rank identifiers. This opportunity is for an alignment of specification for Trusts across NHS England. This opportunity involves working with Tower 11 and other stakeholders in producing 1 design which is anticipated to cover either a smart scrub / scrub or tunic with a a pair of trousers. We anticipate awarding to more than 1 supplier utilising the competitive dialogue tender process. There will be a bidders event which will take place Summer 2021. Should you wish to be part of this exciting opportunity please contact Kevin Goldfinch on 07887 527563
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £125,000,000
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.2) Description
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 18100000 - Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - UNITED KINGDOM
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
To supply a range of core uniform garments as specified within the Invitation to Tender including but not limited to - smart scrubs/tunics, trousers, shorts, dresses. In order to fulfil the generic requirements within the healthcare environment.
two.2.14) Additional information
Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that expenditure will be phased in over the first couple of years of the Framework Agreement, however the approximate value is £125,000,000 GBP over the period of the 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
22 July 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: No