Needlefree Connection Systems and Associated Products

Tender description

The NHS Supply Chain Needlefree Connection Systems and Associated Products Framework is intended to cover Needlefree connectors, extension sets and accessories . It is anticipated in the first year that spend will be approximately £24,000,000 GBP, however this is approximate only and may vary depending on requirements of bodies purchasing under the Framework. The Framework Agreement between NHS Supply Chain and successful suppliers will reserve the right to purchase the same or similar supplies from suppliers not appointed to the Framework at its sole discretion. NHS Supply Chain intends to enter into arrangements under which it will be entitled to purchase supplies 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. Lot Lot 1: Needlefree Connectors Needlfree Connector/Valve, including Positive, Negative and Neutral fluid displacement. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be £5,500,000 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. Lot Lot 2: Needlefree Extension Sets Needlfree Extension sets, including single, double, triple and quad lumen. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be £16,500,000 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. Lot Lot 3: Needlefree Accessories and Associated Products Accessories including bag spike dispensing pins, disinfectant caps, stopcocks and closed transfer devices. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be £2,000,000 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.