Scope
Reference
CLI-FTS-58536
Description
All Wales Framework for the provision of surgically implanted breast prostheses to include breast implants, sizers, expanders, and nipple implants.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £864,396 excluding VAT
- £1,037,275 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 December 2025 to 30 November 2029
- Possible extension to 30 November 2030
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
The procurement lead will engage with clinical stakeholders from participating organisations to determine if the extension option should be utilised. Approval to extend would be sought in line with established NWSSP goverance processes.
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 33184410 - Internal breast prostheses
- 33184400 - Breast prostheses
- 33184100 - Surgical implants
Contract locations
- UKL - Wales
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
10
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Justification for framework term over 4 years
The framework duration has been reviewed and determined by the Working Group. In recognition of market stability and the requirement for Bidders to provide evidential clinical data relating to their products in use for a minimum 5 year period, a 4 year initial term with an option to extend for a further 12 months is being utilised.
Framework operation description
This national framework will be managed by NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership Procurement Services (hosted by the Velindre NHS Trust) "NWSSP" on behalf of the following organisations, who shall enter into the Agreement.
• Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
• Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
• Cardiff & Vale University Health Board
• Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
• Hywel Dda University Health Board
• Swansea Bay University Health Board
The framework will provide nationally contracted pricing and enable NHS Wales to harness improved pricing should participating organisations look to utilise commercial offers levied by framework suppliers. It is the intention that during the lifetime of this Framework, periodic reviews will be undertaken in order to determine opportunities to rationalise and standardise within Health Boards, regionally and/or nationally. Participating Organisations can place a commitment agreement with a Supplier based on a set volume or period of time commitment, to take advantage of additional discounts available within the Commercial Schedule for that lot; or collaborate with other participating Organisations to increase the level of commitment in time or volumes to benefit from further improved banded rate.
Direct Award is anticipated to be the preferred method of business award for each participating Organisation. Each participating Organisation has the option of being able to buy directly from the Framework for up to the 5-year period based on the information and product pricing provided by each Bidder.
Competitive Selection Process may be utilised. Call-off contracts may be awarded with or without competition between suppliers on the framework. Although the various 'price breaks' within the over-arching Framework, as provided by each Bidder, will be applicable to all participating Organisations, each Bidder will nevertheless have the opportunity to revise their own offer based on the specific requirements, and award criteria, outlined in each competitive selection process. During a competitive selection process, any assessment of suppliers' proposals will be based on some or all of the award used to assess this tender. Participating Organisations may determine additional sub-criteria during the competitive selection process. The competitive selection process for the award of a call off contract may include conditions of participation
Award method when using the framework
Either with or without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
Required insurance levels and financial capability are specified in the conditions of participation and outlined in the ITT.
Technical ability conditions of participation
As specified in the conditions of participation and outlined in the ITT.
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
31 July 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
7 August 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
The tender opportunity will be managed via the eTender Wales Portal https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
4 November 2025
Recurring procurement
Publication date of next tender notice (estimated): 19 June 2030
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial | Pricing (unit cost) with additional scores for capping pricing across set duration. |
Cost | 60.00% |
| Quality | Quality requirements as stated in the specification |
Quality | 40.00% |
Other information
Payment terms
As described in the ITT and supporting appendices.
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml
All associated documents will be available via the eTender Wales portal.
Technical specifications to be met
https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml
All associated documents will be available via the eTender Wales portal.
Contracting authority
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)
- NHS Organisation Data Service: RQF
Alder House, Alder Court, St. Asaph Business Park
St. Asaph
LL17 0JL
United Kingdom
Contact name: Melanie Foote-Jones
Email: nwssp.procurementcataloguewomenshea@wales.nhs.uk
Website: http://nwssp.nhs.wales/ourservices/procurement-services/
Region: UKL13 - Conwy and Denbighshire
Organisation type: Public authority - central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales