Scope
Description
The intended contract is for the consumables of the Haemodialysis Equipment for the SHSCT for a period of 18 months.
Contract 1. Purchase of Consumables for Haemodialysis Equipment
Supplier
Contract value
- £475,000 excluding VAT
- £570,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Date signed
9 December 2025
Contract dates
- 9 December 2025 to 30 November 2026
- Possible extension to 31 May 2027
- 1 year, 5 months, 23 days
Description of possible extension:
We will need to extend the contract if there were any delays with awarding the contract.
Main procurement category
Goods
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
Purchase of Consumables for Haemodialysis Equipment
CPV classifications
- 33181520 - Renal dialysis consumables
Contract locations
- UKN - Northern Ireland
Justification for not setting key performance indicators
Not applicable as Contract value is less than £5 million
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Direct award
Direct award justification
Single supplier - intellectual property or exclusive rights
The consumables are proprietary to Fresenius Dialysis Machines and are specially designed and approved for use with this equipment. These machines operate using a closed system that requires brand-specific consumables to ensure clinical safety, performance reliability, and compliance with manufacturer guidelines.
Using non-compatible consumables could compromise machine function, increase the risk of patient harm, and void equipment warranties.
Supplier
FRESENIUS MEDICAL CARE (HOLDINGS) LIMITED
- Companies House: 03218090
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVQD-2247-RJXX
Nunn Brook Road
Sutton In Ashfield
NG17 2HU
United Kingdom
Email: ukcontracts@freseniusmedicalcare.com
Website: https://freseniusmedicalcare.com/en-gb/about-us/fresenius-medical-care-uk/
Region: UKF15 - North Nottinghamshire
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1. Purchase of Consumables for Haemodialysis Equipment
Contracting authority
Southern Health and Social Care Trust
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJCC-1957-RCGP
Craigavon Area Hospital, 68 Lurgan Road
Portadown
BT63 5QQ
United Kingdom
Email: dac@southerntrust.hscni.net
Region: UKN07 - Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
Organisation type: Public authority - central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Northern Ireland