- Scope of the procurement
- Lot 1b - Casting Tape - Thermal Activated
- Lot 1a - Casting Tapes
- Lot 2 - Casting - Plaster of Paris
- Lot 3b - Casting Splints
- Lot 3b - Casting Splints - Thermal Activated
- Lot 4 - Undercast Padding
- Lot 5a - Casting Stockinette - Natural
- Lot 5b. Casting Stockinette - Synthetic
- Lot 6a - Casting Pre -Tape
- Lot 6b - Casting Accessories
- Lot 7 - Casting Tools
- Lot 8a - Envelope Slings
- Lot 8b - Collar and Cuff Slings
- Lot 9a - Traction Frames for Beds and Associated Accessories
- Lot 9b - Skin Traction Kits
- Lot 10 - Acute Care Immobilisation Devices
Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
NHS Supply Chain
Skipton House, 80 London Road
London
SE1 6LH
Shane.Murphy@supplychain.nhs.uk
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UKI - London
Internet address(es)
Main address
https://my.supplychain.nhs.uk/catalogue
one.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at
https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.html
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via
https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.html
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted to 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
Immobilisation And Associated Products
Reference number
T5R13
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 33141700 - Orthopaedic supplies
two.1.3) Type of contract
Supplies
two.1.4) Short description
On behalf of SCCL, CPP is seeking to establish a multi-supplier framework for the supply of Immobilisation And Associated Products.
The framework will offer a comprehensive and wide range of suppliers and different products providing participating authorities and service users with flexibility and choice in meeting specific needs and requirements. Participating authorities will have the option to procure products on an ad hoc basis or through more regular and structured bulk purchase arrangements.
Lot 1a - Casting Tapes
Lot 1b - Casting Tape - Thermal Activated
Lot 2 - Casting - Plaster of Paris
Lot 3a - Casting Splints
Lot 3b - Casting Splints - Thermal Activated
Lot 4 - Undercast Padding
Lot 5a - Casting Stockinette - Natural
Lot 5b - Casting Stockinette - Synthetic
Lot 6a - Casting Pre -Tape
Lot 6b - Casting Accessories
Lot 7 - Casting Tools
Lot 8a - Envelope Slings
Lot 8b - Collar and Cuff Slings
Lot 9a - Traction Frames for Beds and Associated Accessories
Lot 9b - Skin Traction Kits
Lot 10 - Acute Care Immobilisation Devices
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £25,400,000
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
Lot No
1b - Casting Tape - Thermal Activated
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33141700 - Orthopaedic supplies
- 33141770 - Fracture appliances, pins and plates
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Lot is for the supply of a Thermal Activated Casting Tape (Requires temperature >60°C to activate). These are used for fracture management and treatment of orthopaedic conditions. Products will immobilise the desired body area to aid bone or soft tissue healing.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
The Framework Agreement will have an initial term of 24 months with an option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months.
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
Lot No
1a - Casting Tapes
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33141700 - Orthopaedic supplies
- 33141770 - Fracture appliances, pins and plates
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Lot is for the supply of Rigid, Semi-Rigid and Flexible Casting tapes. These are used for fracture management and treatment of orthopaedic conditions. Products will immobilise the desired body area to aid bone or soft tissue healing.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months.
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
Lot No
2 - Casting - Plaster of Paris
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33141113 - Bandages
- 33141700 - Orthopaedic supplies
- 33141770 - Fracture appliances, pins and plates
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Lot is for the supply of bandage Plaster of Paris rolls and bandage plaster of Paris slabs. When wet it is conformable to the desired shape, and when dries it forms a hard shell to immobilise the desired body area.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
The Framework Agreement will have an initial term of 24 months with an option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months.
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
Lot No
3b - Casting Splints
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33141700 - Orthopaedic supplies
- 33141760 - Splints
- 33141770 - Fracture appliances, pins and plates
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Lot is for the supply of casting splints and related products. These include splint on a roll both padded and unpadded and pre-cut splints. Products will immobilise the desired body area to aid bone or soft tissue healing.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months.
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
Lot No
3b - Casting Splints - Thermal Activated
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33141700 - Orthopaedic supplies
- 33141760 - Splints
- 33141770 - Fracture appliances, pins and plates
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Lot is for the supply of Thermal Activated Splints and related products. The Casting Splint is Activated by heat above 60°C. Products will immobilise the desired body area to aid bone or soft tissue healing.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months.
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
Lot No
4 - Undercast Padding
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33141113 - Bandages
- 33141115 - Medical wadding
- 33141700 - Orthopaedic supplies
- 33141770 - Fracture appliances, pins and plates
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Lot is for the supply of undercast padding made from natural and Synthetic material. Undercast padding is a cushioning that is placed between the cast and the stockinette to protect the limb and make the cast more comfortable for the patient.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months.
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
Lot No
5a - Casting Stockinette - Natural
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33141700 - Orthopaedic supplies
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Lot is for the supply of Stockinettes made from a natural ribbed material with no elastic properties. For the purpose of this specification stockinettes are the first layer applied during cast application to protect the patient’s skin. Natural stockinettes are made from cotton, rayon, viscose or other suitable material.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months.
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
Casting Stockinette - Synthetic
Lot No
5b
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33141700 - Orthopaedic supplies
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Lot is for the supply of Stockinettes made from synthetic materials, ribbed with no elastic properties. For the purpose of this specification stockinettes are the first layer applied during cast application to protect the patient’s skin. Synthetic stockinettes are made from polyester or other suitable synthetic material.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months.
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
Lot No
6a - Casting Pre -Tape
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33141700 - Orthopaedic supplies
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Lot is for the supply of casting Pre-Tape this is a very thin foam or paper under-wrap that is applied over padding to create a smooth compressed layer underneath casting.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months.
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
Lot No
6b - Casting Accessories
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33141700 - Orthopaedic supplies
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Lot is for the supply of Casting Accessories. These products are to support the use of casting.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months.
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
Lot No
7 - Casting Tools
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33141700 - Orthopaedic supplies
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Lot is for the supply of Instruments to remove and/or aid removal of casts.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months.
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
Lot No
8a - Envelope Slings
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33141700 - Orthopaedic supplies
- 33141770 - Fracture appliances, pins and plates
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Lot is for the supply of envelope slings which, is an Envelope Sling which provides supports the forearm from the wrist to the elbow.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months.
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
Lot No
8b - Collar and Cuff Slings
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33141700 - Orthopaedic supplies
- 33141770 - Fracture appliances, pins and plates
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Lot is for the supply of Collar and Cuff Slings, these are a length of foam dispensed from a roll that is cuttable to the desired length and which can be fixed using a suitable fixation method (e.g. hook and loop tabs or cable ties) to form a loop which goes around the neck and the wrist forming a support to take the weight of the limb.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months.
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
Lot No
9a - Traction Frames for Beds and Associated Accessories
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33141700 - Orthopaedic supplies
- 33141770 - Fracture appliances, pins and plates
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Lot is for the supply of Traction frames for beds and associated accessories. To provide a frame that attaches securely to the bed so that traction treatments or limb elevation can be applied.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months.
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
Lot No
9b - Skin Traction Kits
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33141700 - Orthopaedic supplies
- 33141760 - Splints
- 33141770 - Fracture appliances, pins and plates
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Lot is for the supply of skin traction kits. Skin traction kits provide non-invasive traction to limbs after injury or surgery.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months.
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
Lot No
10 - Acute Care Immobilisation Devices
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 33141700 - Orthopaedic supplies
- 33141760 - Splints
- 33141770 - Fracture appliances, pins and plates
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Lot is for the supply of Acute Care Immobilisation Devices these devices are used to immobilise patients in the pre-hospital or in-patient hospital environment.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months.
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.1.1) Suitability to pursue the professional activity, including requirements relating to enrolment on professional or trade registers
List and brief description of conditions
Bidders should refer to II.2 of this Contract Notice for further details in respect of appointment to the individual Lots across the framework agreement.
Bidders may bid for one, more than one or all the Lots and Bidders should refer to the Invitation to Tender for more information in respect of this.
The term of contracts formed under the framework agreement may continue beyond the end of the term of the framework agreement itself.
NHS Supply Chain expects to provide successful Bidders with the opportunity to offer additional savings to customers through the provision of discounted pricing, value-added offerings and commitment initiatives.
NHS Supply Chain will share savings information to assist its customers with making informed procurement decisions. NHS Supply Chain intends to enter 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 (for the avoidance of doubt including local authorities) 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 contracts under it.
Electronic ordering will be used, and electronic invoicing will be accepted, and electronic payment will be used. For the avoidance of doubt, and notwithstanding the estimate indicated at II.2.1, NHS Supply Chain does not guarantee any level of purchase through the framework and advises Bidders that the framework shall be established on a non-exclusive basis.
Tenders and all supporting documentation for the contract must be priced in sterling and written in English. Any agreement entered will be considered a contract made in England according to English law and will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts. NHS Supply Chain is not liable for any costs (including any third-party costs fees or expenses incurred by those expressing an interest, participating, or tendering for this contract opportunity. NHS Supply Chain reserves the right to terminate the procurement process (or part of it), to change the basis of and the procedures for the procurement process at any time, or to procure the subject matter of the contract by alternative means if it appears that it can be more advantageously procured by alternative means. The most economically advantageous or any tender will not automatically be accepted. All communications must be made through NHS Supply Chain's eTendering portal at: https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.html using the Message Centre facility linked to this particular contract notice.
three.1.2) Economic and financial standing
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
three.1.3) Technical and professional ability
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
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
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.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
Date
13 December 2021
Local time
11:59am
four.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted
English
four.2.6) Minimum time frame during which the tenderer must maintain the tender
Duration in months: 6 (from the date stated for receipt of tender)
four.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders
Date
13 December 2021
Local time
1:00pm
Section six. Complementary information
six.1) Information about recurrence
This is a recurrent procurement: No
six.2) Information about electronic workflows
Electronic ordering will be used
Electronic invoicing will be accepted
Electronic payment will be used
six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
Collaborative Procurement Partnership LLP
Don Valley House, Saville Street
Sheffield
S4 7UQ
Country
United Kingdom