Scope
Reference
Project_1601
Description
NHS Supply Chain seeks to establish a framework agreement under which it will be entitled 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 Agreement will look to include the following range of products: Breast Implants (including Sizers and Expanders), Nipple Implants, Calf and Gluteal Implants, Facial Implants, Chest Implants, Testicular Implants, Penile Implants. The precise quantities of the products that will be required by NHS Supply Chain under the terms of this Framework Agreement are unknown at the date of this notice.
It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of £432,000.00 to 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 total Framework Agreement term (including any extension options) will be in the region of £2,728,000.00 excluding VAT.
• 11 suppliers have Expressed an interest, these are a mixture of incumbent suppliers (3) on the framework and potential new suppliers (8).
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £2,728,000 excluding VAT
- £3,273,600 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 2 February 2026 to 1 February 2028
- Possible extension to 1 February 2030
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
This Framework Agreement will have a term of 24 months with the option to extend incrementally for a total of 48 months.
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 33184100 - Surgical implants
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Justification for not using lots
As there would have been no variation in non-financial questions between the Lots, and the majority of the value lies in one product area (breast implants), the decision was taken not to split the procurement into Lots.
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
See tender documentation within Project_1601, ITT_1817
Award method when using the framework
With competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
1 July 2025, 3:00pm
Tender submission deadline
8 July 2025, 3:00pm
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_1817 - Surgical Implants for Men's and Women's Health
Please note: you must respond to the Qualification, Technical and Commercial Envelopes.
- 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)
27 November 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Price | 30% |
| Operation and Supply Chain Arrangements | Quality | 20% |
| Customer Service, Support and Relationship Management | Quality | 20% |
| Contract Management and Performance | Quality | 20% |
| Social Value | Quality | 10% |
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