Public procurement notice: Contract Notice
Published: 2019-03-27
Buyer: DHL Supply Chain Ltd acting on behalf of Supply Chain Coordination Ltd acting as agent of the NHS Business Services Authority
Country: UK
Contract type: Supplies
Procedure: Open procedure
CPV classification: 24951100 | 31711140 | 33112000: Echo and ultrasound equipment | 33121100 | 33121300
Estimated value: 58000000 GBP
Submission deadline: 2019-04-24
Award criteria: The most economic tender

Technical requirements: NHS Supply Chain seeks to establish a non-exclusive Framework Agreement for supply to NHS Supply Chain depots via the Stock, Blue Diamond routes and to the NHS Supply Chain customer base via the E-Direct Route a range of electrodes, ultrasound gels, defibrillation and related consumables used within but not limited to Ambulance Trusts, theatres, wards, intensive care units and accident and emergency areas within Healthcare Environments. Products within this area include: adult/paediatric ECG electrodes, neurology and dual connector electrodes, ultrasound gels, abdominal belts, automated and manual defibrillation pads and associated consumables relating to these products. It is anticipated that in the first 24 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases will be in the region of 24 600 000 GBP and 29 000 000 GBP. For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value is between 49 200 000 GBP and 58 000 000 GBP.
Ultrasound gel is a conductive medium that provides a bond between the skin and a probe or transducer. It is formulated to act as a coupling agent and reduce static.
It is anticipated that in the first 24 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases will be in the region of 500 000 GBP and 700 000 GBP. For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value is between 1 000 000 GBP and 1 400 000 GBP. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth. The values provided are for guidance only and are not a guarantee of business.
This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a maximum of 48 months.
NHS Supply Chain anticipates appointing all applicants who have met the minimum requirements which are set out in these tender documents and whose total score meets or exceeds the hurdle of 30 % to this lot of the Framework Agreement.
The electrocardiography (ECG) electrode is a device which is applied to the skin and transfers the electrical activity produced by the heart to a monitoring or diagnostic device which is capable of visualising the data.
— adult ECG electrode onset/offset stud, foam/cloth/microporous tape backing solid and wet gel and 3 pack,
It is anticipated that in the first 24 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases will be in the region of 13 500 000 GBP and 15 500 000 GBP. For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value will be in the region of 27 000 000 GBP and 31 000 000 GBP. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth. The values provided are for guidance only and are not a guarantee of business.
This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a maximum of 48 months.
NHS Supply Chain anticipates appointing all Applicants who have met the minimum requirements which are set out in these tender documents and whose total score meets or exceeds the hurdle of 30 % to this lot of the Framework Agreement.
The electrocardiography (ECG) electrode is a device which is applied to the skin and transfers the electrical activity produced by the heart to a monitoring or diagnostic device which is capable of visualising the data.
— paediatric ECG electrode offset/onset stud, foam/cloth/microporous tape backing, solid and wet gel.
It is anticipated that in the first 24 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases will be in the region of 500 000 GBP and 700 000 GBP. For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value will be in the region of 1 000 000 GBP and 1 400 000 GBP. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth. The values provided are for guidance only and are not a guarantee of business.
This Framework Agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a maximum of 48 months.
NHS Supply Chain anticipates appointing all applicants who have met the minimum requirements which are set out in these tender documents and whose total score meets or exceeds the hurdle of 40 % to this lot of the Framework Agreement.

Eligibility requirements: Applicants should refer to each II.2.14 of this Contract Notice for further details in respect of appointment to the individual lots across the Framework Agreement. Applicants may bid for 1, more than 1 or all of the lots and applicants 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 suppliers 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 in order to assist its customers with making informed procurement decisions. NHS Supply Chain intends to enter into 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 into 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 applicants 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 into 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 http://procurement.supplychain.nhs.uk/ISS/ using the message centre facility linked to this particular Contract Notice. Please note that the maximum number of suppliers as set out in IV.1.3) is an estimate only.

Award value: 58000000