- Scope of the procurement
- Lot 1. Neurosurgical Drill Nose cones & Burrs
- Lot 2. Dural Sealant and applicator
- Lot 3. Dural Substitute
- Lot 4. CSF Drainage Catheters inc. Drainage Collection Bags
- Lot 5. Shunt Valves
- Lot 6. Cranial Burrhole Plates and Screws
- Lot 7. Skull Pins
- Lot 8. Aneurysm Clips & Clip Applicators
- Lot 9. Raney Clips & Clip Applicators
Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
NHS National Services Scotland
Gyle Square (NSS Head Office), 1 South Gyle Crescent
Edinburgh
EH12 9EB
Contact
Lisa McEwen
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UKM - Scotland
Internet address(es)
Main address
http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics
Buyer's address
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA11883
one.2) Information about joint procurement
The contract is awarded by a central purchasing body
one.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at
https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via
https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
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
NP67524 Neurosurgery
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 33140000 - Medical consumables
two.1.3) Type of contract
Supplies
two.1.4) Short description
This framework will cover Neurosurgery consumables and specifically related products. The current lot structure is as follows and is subject to change.
- Lot 1 - Neurosurgical Drill Nose cones & Burrs
- Lot 2 - Dural Sealant and applicator
- Lot 3 - Dural Substitute
- Lot 4 - CSF Drainage Catheters inc. Drainage Collection Bags
- Lot 5 - Shunt Valves
- Lot 6 - Cranial Burrhole Plates and Screws
- Lot 7 - Skull Pins
- Lot 8 - Aneurysm Clips & Clip Applicators
- Lot 9 – Raney Clips & Clip Applicators
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £5,000,000
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: Yes
Tenders may be submitted for all lots
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Neurosurgical Drill Nose cones & Burrs
Lot No
1
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33169000 - Surgical instruments
- 33140000 - Medical consumables
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
A drill nose cone should fit onto a generic high speed surgical drill. Different cutting burrs can be attached to the drill via the nose cone.
The cutting burrs must be single use and single pack.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Training/Support / Weighting: 40
Price - Weighting: 60
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
36
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
2 optional 12-month extension periods can be utilised by the Authority.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Dural Sealant and applicator
Lot No
2
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33140000 - Medical consumables
- 33169000 - Surgical instruments
- 33184100 - Surgical implants
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
A Dural sealant is designed to facilitate watertight closure of an intact Dura. This can be used alongside other methods of Dural repair such as sutures. Dural Sealant is used in high leak-risk areas. A Dural sealant needs to be strongly adherent and resist physiological pressure.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Training/Support / Weighting: 40
Price - Weighting: 60
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
36
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
2 optional 12-month extension periods can be utilised by the Authority.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Dural Substitute
Lot No
3
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33140000 - Medical consumables
- 33184100 - Surgical implants
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Dural substitute is a synthetic or animal derived replacement for the Dura and is used when Dural tissue is missing or inadequate. This Dural substitute id designed to facilitate a watertight closure. A Dural substitute needs to be able to bridge gaps and regenerate Dural tissue.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Training/Support / Weighting: 40
Price - Weighting: 60
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
36
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
2 optional 12-month extension periods can be utilised by the Authority.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
CSF Drainage Catheters inc. Drainage Collection Bags
Lot No
4
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33140000 - Medical consumables
- 33169000 - Surgical instruments
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
A catheter used for CSF management and disorders of CSF flow, including the collection bag. This product needs to be antibiotic impregnated.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Training/Support / Weighting: 40
Price - Weighting: 60
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
36
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
2 optional 12-month extension periods can be utilised by the Authority.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Shunt Valves
Lot No
5
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33140000 - Medical consumables
- 33169000 - Surgical instruments
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Shunt valves allow a fixed amount of CSF drainage. A programmable shunt valve provides the option of changing the opening pressure of the valve. An important tool in hydrocephalus, especially in complex cases such as paediatric cases.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Training/Support / Weighting: 40
Price - Weighting: 60
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
36
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
2 optional 12-month extension periods can be utilised by the Authority.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Cranial Burrhole Plates and Screws
Lot No
6
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33140000 - Medical consumables
- 33169000 - Surgical instruments
- 33184100 - Surgical implants
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
A screw and plate fixation system for bone (cranial or spinal). The screws need to be low profile so that they are not visible through the skin.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Training/Support / Weighting: 40
Price - Weighting: 60
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
36
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
2 optional 12-month extension periods can be utilised by the Authority.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Skull Pins
Lot No
7
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33140000 - Medical consumables
- 33169000 - Surgical instruments
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Skull pins are used for cranial stabilisation, inserted in the skull clamp to fixate the patient's head during surgery. The skull pins need to fit the Mayfield (this is the skull clamp).
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Training/Support / Weighting: 40
Price - Weighting: 60
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
36
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
2 optional 12-month extension periods can be utilised by the Authority.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Aneurysm Clips & Clip Applicators
Lot No
8
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33140000 - Medical consumables
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
An aneurysm clip is a small metallic clip that fits alongside the neck of an aneurysm to prevent blood from entering. The clip stays permanently clamped on the aneurysm. Each clip is applied with a compatible applicator that preserves the closing force of the clip. The clips should be MRI compatible.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Training/Support / Weighting: 40
Price - Weighting: 60
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
36
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
2 optional 12-month extension periods can be utilised by the Authority.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Raney Clips & Clip Applicators
Lot No
9
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33140000 - Medical consumables
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Raney Clips are used to prevent wound bleeding after incision for craniotomy. They must be east to apply, whilst still maintaining haemostasis. (single Use).
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Training/Support / Weighting: 40
Price - Weighting: 60
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
36
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
2 optional 12-month extension periods can be utilised by the Authority.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Section three. Legal, economic, financial and technical information
three.1) Conditions for participation
three.1.2) Economic and financial standing
List and brief description of selection criteria
All candidates will be required to provide a statement, covering the 3 previous financial years including the overall turnover of the candidate and the turnover in respect of the activities which are of a similar type to the subject matter of this notice.
Minimum level(s) of standards possibly required
Potential Framework Participants must confirm they already have or can commit to obtain, prior to the commencement of the contract, the levels of insurance cover indicated below:
Professional Risk Indemnity: 2M GBP
Employer's (Compulsory) Liability: 5M GBP
Public Liability: 5M GBP
three.1.3) Technical and professional ability
List and brief description of selection criteria
Information and formalities necessary for evaluating if the requirements are met:
A statement of the principal goods sold or services provided by the supplier or the services provider in the past 3 years, detailing the dates on which the goods were sold or the services provided; the consideration received; the identity of the person to whom the goods were sold or the services were provided. Bidders are required to provide evidence to show that all products are Manufactured to EN:ISO9001:2008 or equivalent Bidders are required to evidence that each product is fully traceable by lot/batch number to the manufacturer. Bidders are required to provide the stated minimum range of products which fulfil the basket of goods for each applicable lot in the ITT document.
Minimum level(s) of standards possibly required: All products tendered must be Latex Free(Inclusive of Packaging). Batch/lot codes and expiry dates must appear on all packaging. All tendered products must be CE Marked–MDD93/42/EEC. All products tendered must be sterile. All consumable products tendered must be single use. All proposed support staff must have theatre access training to BTEC Theatre Access level or equivalent. As an example, this should cover a variety of areas including infection control procedures, entering the operating department, entering and operating in a sterile filed, patient confidentiality, UK Medical Device Directives, risk assessment, theatre etiquette.
For the products tendered for lot 1, lot 4, lot 5 & lot 6; the following references are required:
For each lot tendered, 2 (two) consultant clinical references from English speaking staff based on their usage over at least a six (6) month period is required. If the tendered product is new to market (last 6 months from tender return date) please provide test data and any clinical trial papers available. The list of references should be advised with name, title, location, e-mail address and phone number.
NOTE: It is expected that the listed references will have been contacted prior to tender submission advising them of their name being put forward.
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.1) Type of procedure
Open procedure
four.1.3) Information about a framework agreement or a dynamic purchasing system
The procurement involves the establishment of a framework agreement
Framework agreement with several operators
Envisaged maximum number of participants to the framework agreement: 12
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
four.2) Administrative information
four.2.1) Previous publication concerning this procedure
Notice number: 2024/S 000-005635
four.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
Date
1 July 2024
Local time
12:00pm
four.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted
English
four.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders
Date
1 July 2024
Local time
12:00pm
Section six. Complementary information
six.1) Information about recurrence
This is a recurrent procurement: Yes
Estimated timing for further notices to be published: 36 months
six.2) Information about electronic workflows
Electronic ordering will be used
Electronic invoicing will be accepted
Electronic payment will be used
six.3) Additional information
The value shown in II.1.5 reflects the value for the full duration of the framework including any optional extensions.
The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this ITT exercise. The Project code is 26757. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
(SC Ref:766887)
six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
Edinburgh Sheriff Court
Sheriff Court House, 27 Chambers Street
Edinburgh
EH11 1LB
Telephone
+44 1312252525
Country
United Kingdom
six.4.3) Review procedure
Precise information on deadline(s) for review procedures
The Authority will notify economic operators who submitted a tender or (where no deselection process has previously been made) applied to be selected to tender, of its decision to award the Framework Agreement which notification will contain, among other information, a summary of the reasons as to why the economic operator was unsuccessful. The notification will incorporate a ‘standstill period’ of a
minimum of 10 (ten) clear calendar days (or a minimum of 15 (fifteen) if the communication method used is not electronic) between the date on which the Authority despatches the notice(s) and the date on which the Authority proposes to conclude the relevant Framework Agreement.
The bringing of court proceedings against the Authority during the standstill period will automatically continue the prohibition on entering into the Framework Agreement until the court proceedings are determined, discontinued or disposed of, or the court, by interim order, brings to an end the prohibition. The remedies that may be awarded by the courts before the Framework Agreement has been entered into include the setting aside of the decision to award the Framework Agreement to the winning tenderer(s).
The bringing of court proceedings against the Authority after the Framework Agreement has been entered into will not affect the Framework Agreement unless grounds for the imposition of special penalties under the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 can be established. Otherwise the remedies that may be awarded by the courts where the Framework Agreement has been entered into are limited to the award of damages