Public procurement notice: Contract Notice
Published: 2019-11-27
Buyer: NHS Supply Chain Operated by DHL Supply Chain Ltd acting as agent of Supply Chain Coordination Ltd (SCCL)
Country: UK
Contract type: Supplies
Procedure: Open procedure
CPV classification: 33100000 | 33140000: Medical consumables | 33141200 | 33141240 | 33141600
Estimated value: 166967280 GBP
Submission deadline: 2019-12-23
Award criteria: The most economic tender

Technical requirements: This framework is for the supply of respiratory and suction consumables with products covering; facemasks, nasal cannula, nebulisation products, oxygen tubing, venture barrels, sterile water, humidification products, catheters and connectors, air cushion, anaesthetic facemasks, manual resuscitators, re-breathing bags,corrugated tubing, resuscitation dummy/mannequin, anatomical anaesthetic facemasks, compressor nebulisor, spirometer, bacterial viral filter, suction catheters, suction tubing, yankauers, suction canisters, chest drainage devices, manual and powered suction devices.
It is anticipated that in the first 24 months of the framework agreement the value of purchases will be circa 81 236 364 GBP however this is approximate only. The figures for the total estimated value are based on that initial expenditure and include a forecast for growth.
Oxygen and aerosol therapy products used to administer oxygen or medicines via the breathing of a patient. Products will include oxygen tubing, oxygen facemasks, nasal cannulas, venturi valves, oxygen catheters, humidifier kits, regulators, flow meters, nebuliser kits and nebuliser chambers.
NHS Supply Chain anticipates appointing all applicants who meet the minimum requirements which are set out in these tender documents and whose total score meets or exceeds a hurdle of at least 35 % at tender evaluation stage to the relevant product line of the framework agreement.
It is anticipated that in the first 24 months of the framework agreement, the value of purchases for this lot will be in the region of 16 426 346 GBP and for the full 48-month term (if extended), the anticipated value is circa 33 761 509 GBP. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth from year 1 to 4.
This lot includes products such as anaesthetic facemasks, carbon dioxide absorbers and portable delivery systems for nitrous oxide/air pain relief gas, corrugated and smooth tubing and mouthpieces. Resuscitation products relating to teaching and administering resuscitation to adults and children. Such as resuscitation systems, re-breathing bag, cardiopulmonary resuscitation masks and resuscitation dummies/mannequins.
NHS Supply Chain anticipates appointing all applicants who meet the minimum requirements which are set out in these tender documents and whose total score meets or exceeds a hurdle of at least 35 % at tender evaluation stage to the relevant product line of the framework agreement.
It is anticipated that in the first 24 months of the framework agreement, the value of purchases for this lot will be in the region of 8 132 025 GBP and for the full 48-month term (if extended), the anticipated value is circa 16 713 969 GBP. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth from year 1 to 4.
Products relating to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease such as spirometers, peak flow meters, spacers for metered dose inhalers and carbon monoxide monitors. In addition, there are products with a wider scope covering respiratory physiotherapy such as baby respiration sensors, gas powered resuscitators, inspiratory muscle trainers, mucus clearing devices and cough assist devices.
NHS Supply Chain anticipates appointing all applicants who meet the minimum requirements which are set out in these tender documents and whose total score meets or exceeds a hurdle of at least 35 % at tender evaluation stage to the relevant product line of the framework agreement.
It is anticipated that in the first 24 months of the framework agreement, the value of purchases for this lot will be in the region of 3 618 732 GBP and for the full 48-month term (if extended), the anticipated value is circa 7 437 677 GBP. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth from year 1 to 4.
This lot includes sterile water with and without adaptors for use in humidification/nebulisation supported both with and without adaptors for use. Where supplied, adaptors must be compatible with the oxygen outlet (such as BOC/Air liquid). Other products also include nebuliser adaptors and humidifier adaptors.
NHS Supply Chain anticipates appointing all applicants who meet the minimum requirements which are set out in these tender documents and whose total score meets or exceeds a hurdle of at least 35 % at tender evaluation stage to the relevant product line of the framework agreement.
It is anticipated that in the first 24 months of the framework agreement, the value of purchases for this lot will be in the region of 1 111 525 GBP and for the full 48-month term (if extended), the anticipated value is circa 2 284 546 GBP. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth from year 1 to 4.
The products in this lot are for removing of secretions from the endobronchial tract. The open suction catheters are part of a vacuum suction system, consisting of a vacuum pump, with tubing to a receptacle to receive the secretions and tubing from the receptacle to the suction catheter. This lot also includes oral care products such as oral swabs, oral care kits and suction toothbrushes.

Eligibility requirements: Applicants should refer to each II.2.4) 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.1.4), II.1.5) and each II.2.I4), 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: 166967280