Single Use / Reusable Surgical Instruments, Repair, Maintenance, and Recycling of Surgical Instruments

The purpose of this notice is to draw attention to a procurement that NHS Supply Chain intends to commence during the subsequent 12 months for the Supply of Single Use / Reusable Surgical Instruments, Repair, Maintenance, and Recycling of Surgical Instruments. The scope of the intended framework covers Surgical Instruments including the following types of product ranges: Lot 1 – Single Use instruments & Packs Lot 2 – Reusable Surgical Instruments Lot 3 – Scalpel blades, Scalpel handles, and Disposable Scalpels Lot 4 – Repair, Maintenance Lot 5 – Metal Instrument recycling Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of £16,600,000 to £21,500,000 in the first year of this Framework Agreement, however this is approximate only and the values may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the Framework Agreement. The estimated value over the total Framework Agreement term (2+2 year term) is anticipated to be approximately £66,400,000 to £86,000,000 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/bulk buy initiatives. 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 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.