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Published 13 Jul 2022, 16:21 BST

Official UK procurement notice

Central Venous Catheters · UK public procurement notice

Official notice

Authority: The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) ("NSS") (NHS & healthcare)

Framework agreement12 lotsGoodsOpen procedure
Framework ceiling (notional)£8,477,968total for 12 lots · framework ceiling, not attributable revenue
Submissions closed 31 Aug 2022
Lots 12see the lot list below

What is being bought12 lots · detail below

Published requirement description

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as National Services Scotland) (‘the authority') acting through its division Procurement, Commissioning and Facilities is undertaking this procurement of supply and delivery of Central Venous Catheters on behalf of all entities constituted pursuant to the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978 (i.e. All NHS Scotland Health Boards, Special Health Boards and the Authority of other NHS Organisation established pursuant to the NHS (Scotland) Act 1978), any integrated Joint Boards established pursuant to the new Public Bodies (Joint Working) Scotland Act 2014 (collectively hereafter referred to as 'Participating Authorities’). The main supply route for these products will be via the NDC (National Distribution Centre) based in Larkhall South Lanarkshire.

CPV: Catheters

How this framework works

From the published notice
Places
up to 84 suppliers

Lots and requirements (12)Procurement structure

12 lots · 11 with a published value · evaluation weights differ by lot
Lot #1Coated Central Venous CathetersRenewalPublished value£716,570

We require a Coated Central Venous Catheter (CVC) which will minimise the risk of infection and is for use

in, but not limited to; administering medication or fluids that are unable to be taken by mouth or would harm a smaller peripheral vein, to obtain blood tests and to measure central venous pressure.

The product should have the required functionality to allow use across the varying environments found across NHS Scotland in a Acute and Community Environment.

Product must be Single Use, Sterile and Latex Free and be delivered in suitable packaging protecting and

describing the product. This product is required in varying lengths, gauges and Lumens.

This Lot will be a Multi Supplier Unranked Framework, where we envisage seven suppliers to be awarded.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the Authority.Variant bids: not allowedElectronic catalogue: required
Lot #2Non-Coated Central Venous CathetersRenewalPublished value£588,486

We require a Non Coated Central Venous Catheter (CVC) for use in, but not limited to; for use in; administering

medication or fluids that are unable to be taken by mouth or would harm a smaller peripheral vein, to obtain

blood tests and to measure central venous pressure.

The product should have the required functionality to allow use across the varying environments found across

NHS Scotland in a Acute and Community Environment.

Product must be Single Use, Sterile and Latex Free and be delivered in suitable packaging protecting and describing the product. This product is required in varyinglengths, gauges and Lumens.

This Lot will be a Multi Supplier Unranked framework, where we envisage seven participants to be awarded.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the Authority.Variant bids: not allowedElectronic catalogue: required
Lot #3Paediatric Central Venous CathetersRenewalPublished value£381,454

We require a Paediatric Central Venous Catheter (CVC) for use in, but not limited to; administering medication or fluids that are unable to be taken by mouth or would harm a smaller peripheral vein, to obtain blood tests and to measure central venous pressure.

The product should have the required functionality to allow use across the varying environments found across NHS Scotland in a Acute and Community Environment.

Product must be Single Use, Sterile and Latex Free and be delivered in suitable packaging protecting and# describing the product. This product is required in varying lengths, gauges and Lumens.

This lot will be a Multi Supplier Unranked Framework, where we envisage seven Suppliers to be awarded.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the Authority.Variant bids: not allowedElectronic catalogue: required
Lot #4Midline CathetersRenewalPublished value£460,593

We require a Midline Catheter for longer term IV access which is ideal for patients whose treatment is expected to last more than three (3) days.

The product should have the required functionality to allow use across the varying environments found across NHS Scotland in a Acute and Community Environment.

Product must be Single Use, Sterile and Latex Free and be delivered in suitable packaging protecting and describing the product. This product is required in varying lengths, gauges and Lumens.

Lot 4 — We envisage that seven suppliers will be awarded to this lot as a Multi Supplier Unranked Framework.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the Authority.Variant bids: not allowedElectronic catalogue: required
Lot #5Skin Tunnelling CathetersRenewalPublished value£436,994

We require a Skin Tunnelling Catheter suitable for long term insertion for use in, but not limited to; taking a blood sample, giving medication, giving blood or blood products, giving chemotherapy, intravenous feeding, bone marrow transplantation, and photopheresis.

The product should have the required functionality to allow use across the varying environments found across NHS Scotland in a Acute and Community Environment.

Product must be Single Use, Sterile and Latex Free and be delivered in suitable packaging protecting and describing the product. This product is required in varying lengths, gauges and Lumens.

Lot 5 — We envisage that seven suppliers will be awarded to this Lot as a Multi Supplier Unranked Framework.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the Authority.Variant bids: not allowedElectronic catalogue: required
Lot #6Antimicrobial PICC LinesRenewalPublished value£3,431,938

We require a Antimicrobial (Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter) PICC Line, which is used for a prolonged period of time for Chemotherapy or Antibiotic therapy along with the administration of substances that should not be done

peripherally.

The product should have the required functionality to allow use across the varying environments found across NHS Scotland in a Acute and Community Environment.

Product must be Single Use, Sterile and Latex Free and be delivered in suitable packaging protecting and

describing the product. This product is required in varying lengths, gauges and Lumens.

Lot 6 — We envisage that seven suppliers will be awarded to this lot as a Multi Supplier Unranked Framework.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the Authority.Variant bids: not allowedElectronic catalogue: required
Lot #7Non Coated PICC'sRenewalPublished value£333,820

We require a Non Coated (Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter) PICC Line, which is used for a prolonged period of time for Chemotherapy or Antibiotic therapy along with the administration of substances that should not be done

peripherally.

The product should have the required functionality to allow use across the varying environments found across NHS Scotland in a Acute and Community Environment.

Product must be Single Use, Sterile and Latex Free and be delivered in suitable packaging protecting and

describing the product. This product is required in varying lengths, gauges and Lumens.

Lot 7 — We envisage that seven suppliers will be awarded to this lot as a Multi Supplier Unranked Framework.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the Authority.Variant bids: not allowedElectronic catalogue: required
Lot #8Standard Arterial Line (Seldinger)RenewalPublished value£999,283

We require a Seldinger Arterial Line, which can be inserted in a variety of arteries, the most common sites for

placement being the radial and the femoral artery.

The product should have the required functionality to maximise insertion life and minimise the risk of failed

insertion across the varying environments found across NHS Scotland in a Acute and Community Environment.

Product must be Single Use, Sterile and Latex Free and be delivered in suitable packaging protecting and

describing the product.

Lot 8 — We envisage that seven suppliers will be awarded to this lot as Multi Supplier Unranked Framework.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the Authority.Variant bids: not allowedElectronic catalogue: required
Lot #9Arterial Cannula (Non Seldinger)RenewalLot estimate not published

We require a Non Selindger Arterial Cannula which is designed for insertion into peripheral arteries, allowing the for the determination of blood gas estimations or monitoring blood pressure.

The product should have the required functionality to maximise insertion life and minimise the risk of failed insertion across the varying environments found across NHS Scotland in a Acute and Community Environment.

Product must be Single Use, Sterile and Latex Free and be delivered in suitable packaging protecting and describing the product.

Lot 9 — We envisage that seven suppliers will be awarded to this lot as Multi Supplier Unranked Framework.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: Two Optional extension options consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the Authority.Variant bids: not allowedElectronic catalogue: required
Lot #10Single Use IV Saline Pre Filled SyringesRenewalPublished value£153,496

We require a range of Single Use IV Saline Prefilled Syringes (in various sizes) which are designed to help prevent vascular access systems blockage and to clear any medication that may be left at the catheter site which will be used by clinically trained personnel across NHS Scotland.

Product must be Single Use, Sterile and Latex Free and be delivered in suitable packaging protecting and describing the product.

Lot 10 — We envisage that seven suppliers will be awarded to this lot as Multi Supplier Unranked Framework.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the Authority.Variant bids: not allowedElectronic catalogue: required
Lot #11CVC Insertion PacksRenewalPublished value£643,195

We require a CVC Insertion Pack that will contain a range of different consumable products that will be used for central line Insertion by suitably trained personnel across NHS Scotland. The contents of these packs will be agreed with Health Boards on an individual basis.

Lot 11 - We envisage seven suppliers being awarded to this lot as a Multi supplier unranked award.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the Authority.Variant bids: not allowedElectronic catalogue: required
Lot #12Implantable PortsRenewalPublished value£250,000

We require a range of Implantable Ports and associated Needles which NHS Scotland give IV treatments and blood transfusions directly into a vein, which allows easy access to a vein for blood draws. Patients with with cancer, severe infections, kidney failure and IBD may need implanted ports which are implanted by suitably trained personnel across NHS Scotland.

Lot 12 - We envisaged seven suppliers being awarded to this lot as a multi supplier unranked award.

Potential framework suppliers to are awarded to one or more lots, can list their range of products here as this lot will not be scored nor evaluated.

Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: 2 optional extension periods both consisting of 12 months can be utilised by the Authority.Variant bids: not allowedElectronic catalogue: required

What it takes to win
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How this buyer will score bids.

The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).

Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published; the tender pack may add more
Conditions of participation1
  • Economic & financial standing

    3 years financial accounts

    Minimum: Potential Framework Participants must confirm the limits of indemnity per occurrence and aggregate for Public Liability, and any other Relevant insurances are above the minimum of 2 million UKGBP for any one incident in any one year. Potential framework participants. Must confirm…
What this means for your bid
  • Price carries 70 points on every lot: a 10% discount moves about 7 points.
  • “Central Venous Catheters” is a framework: the contest is a place on its panel, up to 84 suppliers, not a single contract.

Price arithmetic assumes straight proportional scoring; the tender pack may use another formula.

Procedure terms & legal framework

From the official record · publisher note attached
Procedure method
Open procedure
Legal basis
CELEX · 32014L0024 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU)
Procurement category
Goods
Notice status
Closed
Procurement threshold
Unspecified in notice
Regulatory regime
Standard
Commercial structure
Framework agreement
Who may use this agreement
Not stated in the notice; call-off rights may be limited to the establishing authority
Competition type
Competitive procedure
GPA / WTO covered
Yes (GPA)
Recurring procurement
No (one-off requirement)
First published
13 Jul 2022, 16:21 BST
Last source update
13 Jul 2022, 16:21 BST
Award evaluation window
31 Aug 2022 – …
Authority reference
NP10622
FTS notice number
2022/S 000-019208
Classification (CPV)
Catheters
Delivery area
Scotland (UKM)
Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-0351b0 Find a Tender
Contract terms
Electronic trading
e-invoicing allowed · electronic ordering · electronic payment
Review and risk notes
Review procedure

The Authority will notify economic operators who submitted a tender or (where no deselection process has previously been made) applied

to be selected to tender, of its decision to award the Framework Agreement which notification will contain, among other information, a

summary of the reasons as to why the economic operator was unsuccessful. The notification will incorporate a ‘standstill period’ of a

minimum of 10 (ten) clear calendar days (or a minimum of 15 (fifteen) if the communication method used is not electronic) between the

date on which the Authority despatches the notice(s) and the date on which the Authority proposes to conclude the relevant Framework

Agreement. The bringing of court proceedings against the Authority during the standstill period will automatically continue the prohibition

on entering into the Framework Agreement until the court proceedings are determined, discontinued or disposed of, or the court, by interim

order, brings to an end the prohibition. The remedies that may be awarded by the courts before the Framework Agreement has been entered

into include the setting aside of the decision to award the Framework Agreement to the winning tenderer(s). The bringing of court

proceedings against the Authority after the Framework Agreement has been entered into will not affect the Framework Agreement unless

grounds for the imposition of special penalties under the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 can be established. Otherwise the

remedies that may be awarded by the courts where the Framework Agreement has been entered into are limited to the award of damages

Publisher note: The values in Sections II.1.5 and II.2.6 cover the full duration of the framework including any extension options that may be exercised. The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this ITT exercise. The Project code is 21301. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 A sub-contract clause has been included in this contract. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363 Community benefits are included in this requirement. For more information see: https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ A summary of the expected community benefits has been provided as follows: It is a mandatory requirement that potential framework participants agree to support the concept, provision and ongoing development of community benefits provision in relation to this framework. Potential framework participants are required to agree to this mandatory requirement. They are also requested to provide a brief summary of the community benefits that have recently been delivered within Scotland, if at all, and also what impact and outcomes these have achieved. Potential framework participants are required to summarise any proposed community benefits that will be developed and delivered as part of this contract if successful or, alternatively, potential framework participants confirm that they will engage with the NHS Scotland’s Community Benefits Gateway (CBG). This gateway, developed through requests from suppliers seeking opportunities to support the delivery of community benefits within the contracting region, provides information on community benefit opportunities. The CBG is a free and easy to use online service that connects NHS Scotland suppliers with third sector community organisations within Scotland and will be used for tracking and reporting and is an approved compliant route to the realisation of community benefits. For further information please visit NHSS Community Benefit Gateway (SC Ref:695676)

How it was run

Official notice
Run through: Public Contracts Scotland · Who buys & how to bid on PCS
Supplier login requiredLanguage: EN
Access & registration note: Free single registration for Scotland; PCS-Tender (Jaggaer) for full bidding
Appointment period ends
31 Aug 2022, 12:00 BST
Submission channel
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Accepted languages
en
Bids opened
31 Aug 2022, 12:00 BST
Detailed submission instructions & authority contactsFrom official release

Timeline

13 Jul 2022 → 31 Aug 2022 · 3 dates
  1. Notice published
    13 Jul 2022, 16:21 BST
  2. Admission / appointment period endsperiod end, not a bid countdown
    31 Aug 2022, 12:00 BST
  3. Bids opened
    31 Aug 2022, 12:00 BST

Contracting authority & participating public bodies

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) ("NSS")

Contracting authorityNHS & healthcareBody governed by public lawHealth Gyle Square (NSS Head Office), 1 South Gyle Crescent, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH12 9EBContact email, phone Published organisation website ↗

Dispute resolution & review bodies

  • Sheriff Court HouseReview body EdinburghContact phone

Official documents & specifications

Official links; attachments are not copied

No document links were published on the notice.