Public procurement notice: Contract Notice
Published: 2019-12-16
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: 15880000 | 15882000 | 33140000: Medical consumables | 33141310 | 33141600
Estimated value: 69638818 GBP
Submission deadline: 2020-01-20
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 route and to the NHS Supply Chain customer base via the Blue Diamond and eDirect routes.
The framework agreement is for the supply of enteral feeding and products associated with drainage of gastrointestinal secretions.
It is anticipated that in the first 24 months of the framework agreement the value of purchases will be circa 33 817 400 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.
Syringes used in the process of enteral feeding to deliver nourishment and oral medication safely as well as aspiration (removal of gastric secretions). Reusable single patient use syringes are suitable for multiple usage of the same syringe on the same patient and single use syringes are for 1-time usage only.
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 12 992 000 GBP and for the full 48-month term (if extended), the anticipated value is circa 26 775 213 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.
Enteral feeding devices are used to provide a means of patient feeding when oral intake is not adequate and can be used as a long term enteral nutrition solution.
— gastrostomy replacement packs – Sterile pack containing the items required to change a balloon retained gastrostomy tube,
— gastrostomy or peg security — used to secure gastrostomy devices in place (either apparel or belts) from accidental or intentional dislodge of device,
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 18 473 000 GBP and for the full 48-month term (if extended), the anticipated value is circa 38 071 007 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.
Provides the nutrients required for a healthy balanced diet and are intended to supplement any shortfall between what the patient consumes and their individual nutritional requirement. Includes oral nutritional supplements, tube feeds and feed thickeners as well as the apparatus, giving sets, required to deliver the feeds to the patient’s own feeding tube and/or pump.
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 1 786 400 GBP and for the full 48-month term (if extended), the anticipated value is circa 3 681 594 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.
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.

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.2.14), 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: 69638818