Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
NHS Supply Chain operated by North of England Commercial Procurement Collaborative (who are hosted by Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust) acting on behalf of Supply Chain Coordination Ltd
Don Valley House, Saville Street East
Sheffield
S4 7UQ
Contact
Kirsty Dodson
Kirsty.Dodson@supplychain.nhs.uk
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
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
Medical Pulp & Associated Products 2023
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 03460000 - Pulp
two.1.3) Type of contract
Supplies
two.1.4) Short description
The framework agreement will consist of a range of products that are used to assist with the toileting of patients, collection of samples and aid the administration of procedures. The ranges of products available under the framework agreement include; Disposable Medical Pulp, Medical Pulp support products, Macerators, Bedpan Washers and Absorbent products for use with Medical Pulp. Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of GBP 62 500 000 to GBP 125 000 000 throughout the duration of this framework agreement (including all extension periods). However, this is approximate only and the values may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the framework agreement.
The forthcoming tender will have contract conditions that will require suppliers to demonstrate that they are managing ethical compliance at their organisation and manufacturing facilities. NHS Supply Chain will brief potential bidders in more detail about the exact requirements in the pre-tender phase.
Details of the pre-tender webinar will be shared with all interested parties via the Jaggaer messaging system.
We propose to hold a pre-tender supplier webinar (date to be confirmed - all applicants who have expressed interest in Jaggaer will be contacted) to outline the procurement exercise before the tender is published in Autumn 2022.
Registration:
Please register your interest in this PIN via the Jaggaer e-Tendering system https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com/
If you have any queries regarding the NHS Jaggaer E-procurement Portal or completing your expression of interest on this system, please contact our Support Helpdesk managed by Jaggaer on telephone: 0800 0698630 or by E-mail: help_uk@jaggaer.com
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £125,000,000
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: Yes
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Medical Pulp Products
Lot No
1
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33140000 - Medical consumables
- 33196100 - Devices for the elderly
- 33196200 - Devices for the disabled
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
Main site or place of performance
Various locations within the UK.
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The requirement is for the supply of Medical Pulp products including but not limited to; Square and round shaped male urinals, Female urinals, Bedpan liners, Bedpan Slippers, Detergent proof Washbowls, Commode pans, General purpose bowls, Kidney dishes, Measuring jugs, Sputum receivers, Trays including anaesthetic safety trays, Urine sampling cups and Paper medicine pots to NHS Supply Chain depots via the Stocked/Blue Diamond route or direct to customers via the e-Direct route to market.
two.2.14) Additional information
Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the
region of 60,000,000 GBP to 120,000,000 GBP throughout the duration of this framework agreement (including all extension periods). However, this is an 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
Medical Pulp Support Products
Lot No
2
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 19520000 - Plastic products
- 33140000 - Medical consumables
- 33196100 - Devices for the elderly
- 33196200 - Devices for the disabled
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
Main site or place of performance
Various locations within the UK.
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The requirement is for the supply of Medical pulp support products including but not limited to; Pulp Support Holders for Bedpans Liners and Slippers, Racks for Pulp, Reusable Bedpans and Vacuumatic Waste Disposal systems to NHS Supply Chain depots via the Stocked/Blue Diamond route or direct to customers via the e-Direct route to market.
two.2.14) Additional information
Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the
region of 300,000 GBP to 600,000 GBP throughout the duration of this framework agreement (including all extension periods). However, this is an 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
Macerators and Associated Products
Lot No
3
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 42996110 - Macerators for the treatment of sewage
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
Main site or place of performance
Various locations within the UK.
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The requirement is for the supply of Macerator equipment, delivery, installation, servicing and warranty elements associated with the equipment direct to NHS Supply Chain customers via the e-Direct or Direct route to market.
two.2.14) Additional information
Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of 1 200 000 GBP to 2 400 000 GBP throughout the duration of this framework agreement (including all extension periods). 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
Bedpan Washers and Associated Products
Lot No
4
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 42921100 - Machinery for cleaning or drying bottles or other containers
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
Main site or place of performance
Various locations within the UK.
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The requirement is for the supply of Bedpan Washing equipment, delivery, installation, servicing and warranty elements associated with the equipment direct to NHS Supply Chain customers via the e-Direct or Direct route to market.
two.2.14) Additional information
Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of 500 000 GBP to 1 000 000 GBP throughout the duration of this framework agreement (including all extension periods). 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
Absorbent Products
Lot No
5
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33140000 - Medical consumables
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
Main site or place of performance
Various locations within the UK.
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The scope of this lot is for the supply of Super Absorbent Gels, Pads, Sheets & Liners used to soak up bodily fluids and spills such as urine, blood, vomit & faecal matter to NHS Supply Chain depots via the Stocked/Blue Diamond route or direct to customers via the e-Direct route to market.
two.2.14) Additional information
Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of 500 000 GBP to 1 000 000 GBP throughout the duration of this framework agreement (including all extension periods). 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
3 October 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 3 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 UKCA/CE Certification to demonstrate compliance to Medical Devices Regulations 2002 (as amended).
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.