Public procurement notice: Contract Award Notice
Published: 2019-10-31
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: 24951100 | 31711140 | 33112000: Echo and ultrasound equipment | 33121100 | 33121300
Estimated value: 58000000 GBP
Award criteria: The most economic tender

Technical requirements: The framework agreement is for the supply 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.
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.
All applicants (who have met the minimum requirements set out in this invitation to tender) whose total score meets or exceeds the hurdle of 30 % will be awarded to the lot.
This framework agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for upto a maximum of 48 months.
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.
All applicants (who have met the minimum requirements set out in this invitation to tender) whose total score meets or exceeds the hurdle of 30 % will be awarded to the lot.
This framework agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for upto a maximum of 48 months.
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.
All applicants (who have met the minimum requirements set out in this invitation to tender) whose total score meets or exceeds the hurdle of 40 % will be awarded to the lot.
This framework agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for upto a maximum of 48 months.


Winner: Albert Waeschle Ltd
Award value: 58000000
Number of bids: 14