Public procurement notice: Contract Notice
Published: 2020-11-11
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: 31711140 | 33161000: Electrosurgical equipment | 33162000: Operating theatre instruments | 33162100 | 33162200
Estimated value: 36830000 GBP
Submission deadline: 2020-12-07
Award criteria: The most economic tender

Technical requirements: NHS Supply Chain seeks to establish a non-exclusive framework agreement for the supply to NHS Supply Chain depots via the Stock and Blue Diamond routes and to the NHS Supply Chain customer base via the e-Direct Route.
The framework agreement is for the supply of diathermy consumables and related accessories. This includes but is not limited to diathermy plates, diathermy pencils, diathermy smoke evacuation products, argon diathermy pencils, diathermy suction coagulators, diathermy forceps and related consumables.
It is anticipated that in the first 36 months of the framework agreement the value of purchases will be circa GBP 25 507 000. The figures for the full 48 months term (if extended) is circa GBP 36 830 000. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information. 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 50 % at tender evaluation stage to the relevant line of the framework agreement.
This framework agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a total of 48 months.
Diathermy pencils are used during surgical procedures to cut both tissue and produce coagulation via electrocautery.
This lot includes diathermy pencils, electrode attachments, tip cleaners and other associated accessories.
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 50 % at tender evaluation stage to the relevant line of the framework agreement.
This framework agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a total of 48 months.
Smoke Evacuation Diathermy Products including Pencils, Filters, Tips, Smoke Evacuation Machines and Associated Products
Smoke evacuation products actively remove potentially harmful plumes of smoke containing odours, particulates and other by-products, at the surgical site during electrosurgical procedures.
This lot includes diathermy smoke evacuation pencils, standalone smoke evacuation machine and associated accessories.
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 50 % at tender evaluation stage to this lot (3) of the framework agreement.
This framework agreement will have the option to extend incrementally for up to a total of 48 months.
Argon diathermy pencils incorporate a stream of argon gas delivered at the tip of the pencil to provide enhanced electrosurgery.

Eligibility requirements: Applicants should refer to II.2) of this contract notice for further details in respect of appointment to the individual lots across the framework agreement. Applicants may bid for one, more than one 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: 36830000