Scope
Reference
Project_1553
Description
NHS Supply Chain seeks to establish a framework agreement 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.
The framework will cover a large range of products to help influence ideal wound healing environments, prevent infection and skin breakage including, but not limited to general use bandages, medical swabs, gauze absorbents, cotton wool, first aid kits, plasters, ambulance and emergency products.
It is anticipated that initial expenditure for this framework will be in the circa £13,500,000 to £14,500,00 GBP in the first year of this framework agreement. If the Framework Agreement is extended to the maximum duration, the anticipated expenditure will be circa £54,000,000 to £58,000,000 GBP (exc VAT).
These are approximates only and the values may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the Framework Agreement.
We have concluded preliminary market engagement with incumbent and potential new suppliers, the engagement consisted of:-
• 31 Suppliers have responded to the PIN (https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028816-2024) with either a question or provided information in relation to the RFI, of these the below have asked specific questions in relation to:
o 1 Supplier requested further information on commodity tracking.
o 1 Supplier requested further information on what MSAT category the framework will be given.
o 4 Suppliers requested confirmation on what products would or would not be included on the framework
o 5 Supplier have asked questions in relation to the specification and product listing which have been reviewed and where necessary adjustments made, these questions included products which may have been missed off and standards applied to some of these products.
o 1 supplier asked a question about the award criteria within a specific lot.
o These questions and information provided by suppliers were between 10/09/2024 and 14/02/2025.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £70,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 February 2026 to 31 January 2028
- Possible extension to 31 January 2030
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
There will be an option to extend the Framework incrementally for up to 24 months.
Main procurement category
Goods
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Not the same for all lots
CPV classifications are shown in Lot sections, because they are not the same for all lots.
Lot 1a. Bandage elasticated non woven and Bandage tubular elasticated non woven viscose
Description
Bandages are used to secure devices and dressings to the body, to act as tissue support, and/or to line the skin for protection. This sub lot is for elasticated non-woven and tubular elasticated non-woven viscose bandages in differing widths and lengths.
Lot value (estimated)
- £70,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 33141113 - Bandages
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 1b. General Use Bandages
Description
Bandages are used to secure devices and dressings to the body, to act as tissue support, and/or to line the skin for protection. This sub lot is for bandages and tubular bandages which can be either elasticated or non-elasticated, net, woven, non-woven, adhesive, medicated and can come in differing sizes and lengths.
Lot value (estimated)
- £70,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 33141113 - Bandages
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2a. Non woven and gauze swabs
Description
This sub lot is for the supply of products to manage body fluids in a non-trauma situation and includes gauze swabs, non-woven swabs, of differing sizes, ply's, sterility, and colours.
Lot value (estimated)
- £70,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 33141114 - Medical gauze
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2b. Miscellaneous swabs and gauzes
Description
This sub lot is for the supply of products to manage body fluids in a non-trauma situation and includes gauze swabs, ribbons, pledgets, napkins, non-woven swabs, balls, cotton wool pads, cotton wool swab (gauze wrapped), cotton wool tampon (nasal), cotton wool swab with applicator, foam applicators, of differing sizes, ply's, sterility and colours.
Lot value (estimated)
- £70,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 33141114 - Medical gauze
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2c. Cotton wool and cotton roll
Description
This sub lot is for the supply of products to manage body fluids in a non-trauma situation and includes cotton wool balls, cotton wool roll and cotton dental tampons of differing sizes and sterility.
Lot value (estimated)
- £70,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 33141117 - Cotton wool
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3a. First-Aid Kits
Description
This sub lot is for the supply of first aid kits and first aid refill packs, products within this are divided into locational kits and for treatment of specific injury and contains first aid kits consisting of kits for burns, catering, work place, and eye wash.
Lot value (estimated)
- £70,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 33141623 - First-aid boxes
- 33141112 - Plasters
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3b. Plasters
Description
Plasters are used for minor cuts or abrasions, this sub lot is for plasters consisting of assorted boxes, children's decorated, spot wash proof, and wash proof plasters of differing sizes and colours.
Lot value (estimated)
- £70,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 33141112 - Plasters
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 4. Emergency Trauma Products
Description
This sub lot is for the supply of emergency trauma products which are used by front line services in an emergency situation to protect and support life following injury and includes emergency dressings for the support of blood loss either with or without integrated bandage, with or without haemostat of differing sizes and lengths. This sub lot also includes emergency chest seal and arterial tourniquets of differing colours.
Lot value (estimated)
- £70,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 33140000 - Medical consumables
- 33141110 - Dressings
- 33141113 - Bandages
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
See tender documentation within Project_1553
Award method when using the framework
With competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Submission
Enquiry deadline
24 June 2025, 3:00pm
Tender submission deadline
1 July 2025, 3:00pm
Electronic auction will be used
Yes
Submission address and any special instructions
https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com
INSTRUCTIONS FOR REGISTRATION AND PORTAL ACCESS:
Submission of expression of interest and procurement specific information:
This procurement exercise will be conducted on the NHS Supply Chain eTendering portal at
https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com//
Tenderers wishing to be considered for this contract must register their expression of interest and provide additional procurement-specific information (if required) through the NHS Supply Chain eTendering portal as follows:
Registration.
1. Use URL https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com// to access the NHS Supply Chain Procurement portal.
2. If not yet registered:
- Click on the 'Not Registered Yet' link to access the registration page.
- Complete the registration pages as guided by the mini guide found on the landing page.
Portal access.
If registration has been completed:
- Login with URL https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com// .
- Click on ITTs Open to All Suppliers.
- Select from the following ITTs:
ITT_1791 - General Wound Care
ITT_1711 - Lot 1a Bandage elasticated non woven and Bandage tubular elasticated non woven viscose
ITT_1712 - Lot 1b General Use Bandages
ITT_1713 - Lot 2a Non woven and gauze swabs
ITT_1714 - Lot 2b Miscellaneous swabs and gauzes
ITT_1790 - Lot 2c Cotton wool and cotton roll
ITT_1718 - Lot 3a First Aid Kits
ITT_1716 - Lot 3b Plasters
ITT_1717 - Lot 4 Emergency Trauma Products
Please note: you must respond to ITT_1791 in addition to any lots you intend to respond to.
- Click on Express Interest.
- If you intend to respond select Intend to Respond.
Applicants are encouraged to download the supplier handbook located within the eProcurement portal by following the 'Supplier Helpcentre' link within the Useful Links section of the Dashboard.
For any technical help with the portal please contact:
Tel: 0800 069 8630 or email: help_uk@jaggaer.com
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
29 October 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Price | 50% |
| Supply Chain Resilience | Quality | 35% |
| Social Value | Quality | 10% |
| Education, Delivery and Support | Quality | 5% |
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LIMITED
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLLH-1887-BMRL
Wellington House, 133-155 Waterloo Road
London
SE1 8UG
United Kingdom
Email: eprocurement@Supplychain.nhs.uk
Website: https://www.supplychain.nhs.uk/
Region: UKI45 - Lambeth
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government