Disposable Cubicle Shower and Window Curtains 2021

Tender description

Non-exclusive framework agreement for the supply of Anti-Microbial treated and Non Treated disposable cubicle, shower and window curtains direct to customers via the eDirect or Direct route to market. This framework agreement will have an initial term of 24 months with an option to extend incrementally for up to a total period of 48 months. It is anticipated that in the first 24 months of the framework agreement the value of purchases will be circa GBP 11 930 000 and if extended the 4-year purchase value will be in the region of GBP 23 860 000, however this is approximate only and includes a forecast for growth. The values may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the framework agreement. Lot 1 - Anti-Microbial Treated Curtains: Anti-microbial treated curtains are required in a range of sizes (small, medium, large) with various hanging mechanisms. The hanging mechanisms include but are not limited to: — eyelet — ‘Internal hanging type’ mechanism — ‘External hanging type’ mechanism. Curtains with other types of hanging mechanisms can be offered as additional lines. The curtains have non-detachable fittings, date and curtain change labels and curtain hooks. It is anticipated that a fitting and removal service will be provided by the supplier on a quotation basis at the point of customer request, should it be required. The products within this lot are supplied to the NHS Supply Chain customer base direct via the eDirect and Direct routes. The following certification will be a requirement of the upcoming tender exercise and applicants will be required to include evidence of this with their tender submission; ISO 9001:2015 or equivalent externally accredited and up-to-date quality standard certificate(s) to cover all segments of the applicant's (and the product's) supply chain. This should include but not be limited to manufacturing, storage and distribution. Applicants should note that if an applicant intends to commit to obtain ISO 9001:2015 at tender submission then further evidence will be asked for with their bid to provide evidence of their current position in obtaining ISO 9001:2015. The requirement is that ISO 9001:2015 is in place at prior to the commencement of the framework agreement (in order for NHS Supply Chain to trade with the successful applicant). Additional information: It is anticipated that in the first 24 months of the framework agreement, the value of purchases for this lot will be circa GBP 2 800 000 excluding VAT and for the full 48-month term (if extended), the anticipated value will be circa GBP 5 600 000 excluding VAT. Lot 2 - Non Anti-Microbial Treated Curtains: Non anti-microbial treated curtains are required in a range of sizes (small, medium, large) with various hanging mechanisms. The hanging mechanisms include but are not limited to: — eyelet — ‘Internal hanging type’ mechanism — ‘External hanging type’ mechanism. Curtains with other types of hanging mechanisms can be offered as additional lines. The curtains have non-detachable fittings, date and curtain change labels and curtain hooks. It is anticipated that a fitting and removal service will be provided by the supplier on a quotation basis at the point of customer request, should it be required. The products within this lot are supplied to the NHS Supply Chain customer base direct via the eDirect and Direct routes. The following certification will be a requirement of the upcoming tender exercise and applicants will be required to include evidence of this with their tender submission; ISO 9001:2015 or equivalent externally accredited and up-to-date quality standard certificate(s) to cover all segments of the applicant's (and the product's) supply chain. This should include but not be limited to manufacturing, storage and distribution. Applicants should note that if an applicant intends to commit to obtain ISO 9001:2015 at tender submission then further evidence will be asked for with their bid to provide evidence of their current position in obtaining ISO 9001:2015. The requirement is that ISO 9001:2015 is in place at prior to the commencement of the framework agreement (in order for NHS Supply Chain to trade with the successful applicant). Additional information: It is anticipated that in the first 24 months of the framework agreement, the value of purchases for this lot will be circa GBP 9 130 000 excluding VAT and for the full 48-month term (if extended), the anticipated value will be circa GBP 18 260 000 excluding VAT.