Public procurement notice: Contract Notice
Published: 2020-05-20
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: 33161000: Electrosurgical equipment | 33162000: Operating theatre instruments | 33162100
Estimated value: 20000000 GBP
Submission deadline: 2020-06-15
Award criteria: The most economic tender

Technical requirements: NHS Supply Chain seeks to establish a non-exclusive framework agreement for the supply to the NHS Supply Chain customer base via the direct route of supply of electrosurgical equipment (for further information regarding the types of equipment includes please see section II.2.4)). It is anticipated that the initial term of 36 months of the framework agreement the value of purchases will be in the region of GBP 15 000 000. This is approximate and the figures for the total estimated value are based on that initial expenditure and include a forecast for growth.
NHS Supply Chain seeks to establish a non-exclusive framework agreement for the supply to the NHS Supply Chain customer base via the direct route of supply of electrosurgical equipment, smoke evacuators, related products and accessories, including, but not limited to:
The framework agreement will have an initial term of 36 months with an option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months.
It is anticipated that in the first 36 months of the framework agreement the value of purchases will be in the region of GBP 15 000 000. For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value is between GBP 20 000 000. 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. 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 50 % at tender evaluation stage to the framework agreement.
This framework agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a maximum of 48 months.
Applicants should refer to II.2.4) of this contract notice for further details in respect of appointment to the framework agreement.
The successful applicant(s) will be required to report all direct sales via the framework agreement and pay a direct management fee to NHS Supply Chain of 5 % of the order value excluding VAT.
Although there are no lots in respect of this tender, the system requirement dictates that Applicants must tender for the one lot that appears within the NHS Supply Chain's procurement portal and applicants should refer to the invitation to tender for more information in respect of the process.
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. The framework agreement will be between NHS Supply Chain acting as an agent of the Supply Chain Coordination Ltd and the applicant, however:
4) any government department, agency or other statutory body (for the avoidance of doubt including local authorities); and/or
5) any private sector entity active in the UK healthcare sector will be able to enter into a direct contract with the applicant for any of the goods under the framework.
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), 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/or 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.
Parent company or other guarantees may be required in certain circumstances. Further details will be in the tender documents.

Eligibility requirements: Applicants should refer to II.2.4) of this contract notice for further details in respect of appointment to the framework agreement. The successful applicant(s) will be required to report all direct sales via the framework agreement and pay a direct management fee to NHS Supply Chain of 5 % of the order value excluding VAT. Although there are no lots in respect of this tender, the system requirement dictates that Applicants must tender for the one lot that appears within the NHS Supply Chain's procurement portal and applicants should refer to the invitation to tender for more information in respect of the process. 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. The framework agreement will be between NHS Supply Chain acting as an agent of the Supply Chain Coordination Ltd and the applicant, however: 1) NHS Supply Chain; 2) any NHS Trust; 3) any other NHS entity; 4) any government department, agency or other statutory body (for the avoidance of doubt including local authorities); and/or 5) any private sector entity active in the UK healthcare sector will be able to enter into a direct contract with the applicant for any of the goods under the framework. 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), 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/or 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.

Award value: 20000000