Scope
Reference
Project_1572
Description
This Framework Agreement provides a managed reusable waste container service for clinical waste and medical sharps at NHS sites.
This includes:
1) provision of different sized reusable sharps and clinical waste containers covering waste segregation categories under HTM07-01;
2) associated container accessories;
3) a container delivery, removal, waste disposal, cleaning and reprocessing service, and
4) customer support including training, site audits and provision of management data associated with all aspects the service provision.
For the avoidance of doubt, this Framework does not cover the provision for Single Use Sharps and Clinical Waste Containers. Precise quantities are unknown. The Framework has a maximum 4-year contract period. It is estimated to be worth £11,185,799 over this 4-year duration.
It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of £2,410,213 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. The estimated value over the initial 2-year term of Framework Agreement will be in the region of £5,061,447. There will be an option to extend the Framework for up to a further 2 years. If the full extension period is utilised, then the total value of the Framework across the 4 years is estimated to be £11,185,799.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Framework
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Further information about fees
Not Applicable.
Framework operation description
This Framework Agreement establishes a mechanism for the supply of Reusable Clinical and Sharps Waste Management solutions to NHS organisations and other eligble authorities. The Framework operates under the following principles:
Route of Supply:
This is a Direct Route of Supply.
This involves NHS organisations and other eligible authorities ordering directly with the supplier, quoting the Framework Unique Reference Number (URN) and associated product codes.
Operational Requirements:
Awarded Suppliers must maintain compliance to ISO 23907-2: 2019.
Awarded Suppliers must also maintain compliance to ISO 9001: 2015 and/or ISO 13485: 2016 and/or Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) which are accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service or international equivalent.
Healthcare waste must be segregated into several colours as per HTM07-01.
Social Value and Sustainability:
Awarded Suppliers are required to maintain a Carbon Reduction Plan.
Awarded Suppliers are required to maintain an up to date Evergreen Sustainable Supplier Assessment.
Awarded Suppliers are required to maintain Modern Slavery compliance which is monitored via the MSAT tool.
Performance and Governance:
Regular review meetings will be held to monitor performance, including but not limited to complaints and remedial actions. This Framework includes the rights for termination for convenience, material breach, as well as escalation and dispute resolution processes.
If you are interested in further information, please contact our Category Team via:
Louisa.Elsworth@supplychain.nhs.uk
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Award method when using the framework
Without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
The Framework will be between the Authority and individual Supplier(s). The Authority will
be entitled to purchase Goods and/or Services which we will make available for purchase
by:
1. any NHS Trust;
2. any other NHS entity;
3. any government department, agency or other statutory body (for the avoidance
of doubt including local authorities); and/or
4. any private sector entity active in the UK healthcare sector.
Contract 1. Reusable Clinical and Sharps Waste Management
Suppliers (3)
Contract value
- £11,185,799 excluding VAT
- £13,422,959 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Date signed
14 January 2026
Contract dates
- 17 January 2026 to 16 January 2028
- Possible extension to 16 January 2030
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
There will be an option to extend the Framework for up to a further 2 years. If the full extension period is utilised, then the total value of the Framework across the 4 years is estimated to be £11,185,799 (Excluding VAT).
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 90524100 - Clinical-waste collection services
- 90524200 - Clinical-waste disposal services
- 90524300 - Removal services of biological waste
- 90524400 - Collection, transport and disposal of hospital waste
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Suppliers
Grundon Waste Management Ltd
- Companies House: 04245965
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PNPY-5844-CLJX
Thames House Oxford Road
Benson, Wallingford
OX10 6LX
United Kingdom
Email: info@grundon.com
Website: http://www.grundon.com
Region: UKJ14 - Oxfordshire
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1
Sharpsmart Limited
- Companies House: 04261387
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXNB-5786-JNGT
Unit 1 Enterprise Point Enterprise City
Spennymoor, Durham
DL16 6JF
United Kingdom
Email: enquiries@sharpsmart.co.uk
Website: https://www.sharpsmart.co.uk
Region: UKC14 - Durham CC
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1
SRCL Limited
- Companies House: 03226910
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLYP-4944-TRBM
Indigo House, Sussex Avenue
Leeds
LS10 2LF
United Kingdom
Email: supportuk@stericycle.com
Website: https://www.stericycle.co.uk
Region: UKE42 - Leeds
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1
Contracting authority
SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LIMITED
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLLH-1887-BMRL
Wellington House, 133-155 Waterloo Road
London
SE1 8UG
United Kingdom
Contact name: Brandon Fuller
Email: brandon.fuller@supplychain.nhs.uk
Website: https://www.supplychain.nhs.uk/
Region: UKI45 - Lambeth
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government