Public procurement notice: Contract Notice
Published: 2018-03-20
Buyer: NHS Supply Chain acting as agent for NHS Business Services Authority
Country: UK
Contract type: Supplies
Procedure: Open procedure
CPV classification: 14400000 | 18930000 | 24000000 | 24323220 | 24455000
Estimated value: 61800000 GBP
Submission deadline: 2018-04-16
Award criteria: The most economic tender

Technical requirements: NHS Supply Chain seeks to establish a non-exclusive Framework Agreement for supply to the NHS Supply Chain customer base via the E-Direct Route.
The Framework Agreement is for the supply of Instrument Decontamination and Accessories including cleaning, decontamination and sterilisation products for medical devices including endoscopes and probes; consumables such as detergents, disinfectants, bedside kits, endoscope chemistry and accessories; and equipment for transportation and prolonged storage of endoscopes (excluding drying cabinets).
It is anticipated that in the first 24 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases will be circa 29 200 000 GBP. For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value is circa 61 800 000 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.
Disinfectants — For the disinfection of medical devices including endoscopes where sterilisation is not possible due to product design and/or temperature limitations. The scope includes, but is not limited to, Endoscope Washer Disinfector (EWD), Automated Endoscope Reprocessor (AER) disinfectants, self-disinfectants, disinfectant wipes, gels, liquids and sprays.
Detergents — For the cleaning of medical devices including endoscopes both manually and in an Endoscope Washer Disinfector. The scope includes, but is not limited to, Endoscope Washer Disinfector (EWD) automated detergents, automated detergents and manual cleaning detergents.
Pre-clean kits — For the first stage in the endoscope cleaning process immediately after clinical use. The scope includes, but is not limited, to detergents and trays.
Transportation and storage consumables — Disposable products used in the transport of medical devices including endoscopes prior to and after cleaning to prevent contamination and prolong storage capability. The scope includes, but is not limited to, transportation bags, prolonged storage bags, transportation aids, prolonged storage chemicals, storage bags and liners.
The scope for this Lot also includes, but is not limited to, storage trays and baskets, salt, test kits and strips, containers for the detachable parts of endoscopes, neutralisers for peracetic acid, cleaning sponges and wipes, lubricants, rinse aids, water filters, air filters, automated dosing systems, flush system for manual dosing, canister pump for manual dosing of detergents, scale remover and low temperature sterilisation accessories.
The anticipated value of the purchases will be circa 28 600 000 GBP for the first 24 months of the Framework Agreement and 60 500 000 GBP for the full term of 48 months (if extended).
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 30 % when rounded up or down (as the case may be) to the nearest whole number from four decimal places 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 Framework period of 48 months.
Equipment used for transporting endoscopes and extending the longevity of storage (excluding drying cabinets) including, but not limited to, mobile unit for the transportation and prolonged storage of an endoscope, packing and sealing systems and mobile unit (carts, trollies) for the transport of endoscopes.The anticipated value of the purchases will be circa 600 000 GBP for the first 24 months of the Framework Agreement and 1300 000 GBP for the full term of 48 months (if extended).
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 30 % when rounded up or down (as the case may be) to the nearest whole number from four decimal places 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 Framework period of 48 months.
Applicants should refer to each II.2 of this Contract Notice for further details in respect of appointment to the individual Lots across the Framework Agreement.

Eligibility requirements: Applicants should refer to each 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 or both 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 and II.1.5, 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: 61800000