Official UK procurement notice
NHSSC Led Mini Competition for Safety Finger Lancets Via Lot 2 Blood Lancets of the Blood Draw Tools and Accessories Framework Agreement.
Authority: SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LIMITED (Public body)·Consortium: 3 public authorities
What is being bought8 lots · detail below
Published requirement descriptionNHSSC Led Mini Competition for Safety Finger Lancets
Via Lot 2 Blood Lancets of the Blood Draw Tools and Accessories Framework Agreement. The aim of the exercise was to provide the Authority with further competition to identify the most economically advantageous suppliers of Safety Fingers Lancets for the Stocked Route of Supply in accordance with this Framework Agreement. The intention was to award to the top 1 ranking supplier of each Basket of Products. Estimated 24 Month volumes below:
75% Volume Share - 24 month usage (eaches)
Safety Finger Lancet 21G - 14,280,000
Safety Finger Lancet 23G - 19,755,000
Safety Finger Lancet 28G - 52,640,000
25% Volume Share - 24 month usage (eaches)
Safety Finger Lancet 21G - 4,760,000
Safety Finger Lancet 23G - 6,585,000
Safety Finger Lancet 28G - 17,545,000
Bidders that were unsuccessful in this opportunity will have their current codes for these products suspended from the catalogue. All bidders must be able to maintain 8 weeks stockholding in the UK.It is anticipated that call-off contracts will be for a contract term of 24 months, commencing 16/06/2026.
Volumes are based on estimated usage for the 24 month period and will be reviewed regularly with the successful bidder(s) and extension volumes will be adjusted based on usage during the initial term.
CPV: Blood lancets · Blood products · Devices and instruments for infusion · Disposable non-chemical medical consumables and haematological consumables · Haematological consumables · Imaging equipment for medical, dental and veterinary use · Infrared medical devices · Medical consumables · Venepuncture, blood sampling devices
Lots and requirements (8)Procurement structure
8 lots · 4 with a published value (£288,000,000 together) · a supplier may bid for at most 4 of them · evaluation weights differ by lotLot #1Blood Collection DevicesAwardedPublished value£244,000,000
This is a call off contract following a mini competition process aligning with the Core List Project objectives between the period 24 June 2026 and 23 June 2028.The call off contract is awarded via Lot 2 Blood Lancets of the Blood Draw Tools and Accessories framework. The aim of the mini competition was to provide NHS Supply Chain with further competition to identify the most economically advantageous suppliers of Safety Finger Lancets. The mini competition process intention was to award two suppliers to a split share of a basket opportunity included. The opportunity has a total estimated volume commitment of 115,565,000 eaches between the dates above.
Lot #2Blood LancetsPublished value£20,000,000
Blood Lancets & Lancet Systems intended to be used by a healthcare provider to manually puncture the skin of a patient to obtain a small blood specimen or drain a cyst or boil. Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure for this Framework will be circa £5,000,000 GBP in the first year of the 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. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of £5m 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 #3TourniquetPublished value£20,000,000
Single Use Tourniquets: Band Type, Button, Quick Release Pull Through types and Resuable Tourniquets. These are band-like devices that are applied around an extremity (arm or leg) and connected to a tourniquet unit to apply a controlled pressure to restrict blood circulation and prevent normal blood flow to or from the distal area for use in the procedure of collect blood samples. Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure for this Framework will be circa £5,000,000 GBP in the first year of the 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. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of £5m 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 #4Vein LocatorsPublished value£4,000,000
Vein locators which are electrically powered devices designed to help locate peripheral veins beneath the skin (subcutaneous) intended to illuminate the position of veins on the skin surface directly above the veins to assist a healthcare professional in finding a vein of the right size and position for venepuncture. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of £1m 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 #5Blood Collection DevicesCancelledLot estimate not published
Blood collection devices which include Blood Collection Sets, Blood Collection Needles (Safety and Standard) , Blood Culture Systems with Initial Specimen Diversion Device, Blood Culture Packs, Blood Sample Tubes, Blood Gas Syringes, Support Products, Holders and Adapters and Snap Caps. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of £61m 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 #6Blood LancetsAwardedLot estimate not published
Blood Lancets & Lancet Systems intended to be used by a healthcare provider to manually puncture the skin of a patient to obtain a small blood specimen or drain a cyst or boil. Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure for this Framework will be circa £5,000,000 GBP in the first year of the 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. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of £5m 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 #7TourniquetAwardedLot estimate not published
Single Use Tourniquets: Band Type, Button, Quick Release Pull Through types and Resuable Tourniquets. These are band-like devices that are applied around an extremity (arm or leg) and connected to a tourniquet unit to apply a controlled pressure to restrict blood circulation and prevent normal blood flow to or from the distal area for use in the procedure of collect blood samples. Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure for this Framework will be circa £5,000,000 GBP in the first year of the 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. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of £5m 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 #8Vein LocatorsAwardedLot estimate not published
Vein locators which are electrically powered devices designed to help locate peripheral veins beneath the skin (subcutaneous) intended to illuminate the position of veins on the skin surface directly above the veins to assist a healthcare professional in finding a vein of the right size and position for venepuncture. Additional information: Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of £1m 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.
What it takes to wini
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 morei
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).
Lots publish different evaluation splits; there is no single procedure weighting.
| Lot | Quality | Price | Social value | Environmental | Split |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 · Blood Lancets | 8% | 80% | 10% | 2% | |
| 3 · Tourniquet | 8% | 80% | 10% | 2% | |
| 4 · Vein Locators | — | 10% | 90% | — | |
| 5 · Blood Collection Devices | 8% | 80% | 10% | 2% | |
| 6 · Blood Lancets | 8% | 80% | 10% | 2% | |
| 7 · Tourniquet | 8% | 80% | 10% | 2% | |
| 8 · Vein Locators | — | 10% | 90% | — |
- Suitability
Applicants should refer to 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, more than one or all 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.2.1, NHS Supply Chain do…
- Condition of participationno text publishedMinimum: Parent company or other guarantees may be required in certain circumstances. Further details will be in the tender documents.
- Price carries 10–80 points depending on the lot; most lots put it at 80 points.
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
- Restricted procedure
- Legal basis
- CELEX · 32014L0024 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU)
- Procurement category
- Goods
- Notice status
- Awarded
- Procurement threshold
- Unspecified in notice
- Regulatory regime
- Standard
- Commercial structure
- Stand-alone contract (no framework)
- Competition type
- Competitive procedure
- GPA / WTO covered
- Yes (GPA)
- Recurring procurement
- No (one-off requirement)
- First published
- 13 Jul 2023, 09:00 BST
- Last source update
- 30 Jul 2026, 09:40 BST
- Award evaluation window
- 3 May 2024 – …
- FTS notice number
2026/S 000-072009- Classification (CPV)
- Delivery area
- Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-03e161Find a Tender
- Electronic trading
- e-invoicing allowed · electronic ordering · electronic payment
- Performance terms
The Framework Agreement includes obligations with respect to environmental issues and a requirement for successful suppliers to comply with the NHS Supply Chain Code of Conduct.
- Review procedure
Appeals to be logged in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended)
Publisher note: Submission of expression of interest and procurement specific information: This procurement exercise will be conducted on the NHS Supply Chain eTendering portal at https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com// Candidates wishing to be considered for this contract must register their expression of interest and provide additional procurement-specific information (if required) through the NHS Supply Chain eTendering portal as follows: Registration. 1. Use URL https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com// to access the NHS Supply Chain Procurement portal. 2. If not yet registered: — Click on the ‘Not Registered Yet’ link to access the registration page. — Complete the registration pages as guided by the mini guide found on the landing page. Portal access. If registration has been completed: — Login with URL https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com// . — Click on ITTs Open to All Suppliers. — Select from the following ITTs: ITT_1258 Blood Collection Devices, Blood Lancets and Tourniquet ITT_1259 - Lot 1 - Blood Collection Devices ITT_1260 - Lot 2 - Blood Lancets ITT_1261 - Lot 3 - Tourniquet ITT_1262 - Lot 4 - Vein Locators Please note: you must respond to IT_1258 In addition to any lots you intend to respond to. — Click on Express Interest. — If you intend to respond select Intend to Respond. Applicants are encouraged to download the supplier handbook located within the eProcurement portal by following the 'Supplier Helpcentre' link within the Useful Links section of the Dashboard. For any technical help with the portal please contact: Tel: 0800 069 8630 or email: [email protected] Please refer to Section III.1.1 for additional information.
How it was run
Official noticeTender documents are also served through a separate tool: https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com// ↗
- Submission deadline
- 2 May 2024, 15:00 BST
- Submission channel
- {"electronicSubmission","written"}
- Accepted languages
- en
- Bid validity
- 210 days from the deadline
- Bids opened
- 3 May 2024, 09:00 BST
Timeline
6 Mar 2024 → 30 Jul 2026 · 4 dates- Next notice expected6 Mar 2024
- Submission deadline2 May 2024, 15:00 BST
- Bids opened3 May 2024, 09:00 BST
- Notice published88 days ago30 Jul 2026, 09:40 BST
Notice history
8 events · 5 releases on Find a Tender · since 22 Mar 2024- Published value updated to £288,000,00022 Mar 2024, 12:15 GMTwas £268,720,000
- Status changed to active22 Mar 2024, 12:15 GMT
- Procurement method changed22 Mar 2024, 12:15 GMT
- Deadline published: 2 May 2024, 15:00 BST22 Mar 2024, 12:15 GMT
- Status changed to complete9 Jan 2025, 15:17 GMT
- Buyer details updated9 Jan 2025, 15:17 GMT
- Buyer details updated18 Jun 2025, 15:44 BST
- Procurement method changed30 Jul 2026, 09:40 BST
Published amendments (1 · 0 deadline changes)
| When | What | Before | After | Shift |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | TextV.2.3) | Neon Diagnostics Ltd | — | |
| — | TextV.2.3) | Alpha Laboratories Limited | — | |
| — | TextV.2.3) | Genx Medicare Ltd | — |
1 amendment published without a description.
Routine re-releases (5)
- 2024-03: 1 release · 22 Mar 2024
- 2023-07: 1 release · 13 Jul 2023
Commercial outcome & contract awards
Published awards, contracts and bid statistics, not a forecast| Awarded to | Value | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lot 1 · Blood Collection Devices2 awards | |||
| Balmung Medical Handel GmbH | £1,291,960 † | — | Awarded |
| Owen Mumford Limited | £477,210 † | — | Awarded |
| Lot 6 · Blood Lancets1 award | |||
| Apollo Medical Technologies LtdSME, Balmung Medical Handel GmbH, Becton, Dickinson U.K. Limited, Cambridge Sensors LTDSME, Critical Healthcare LimitedSME, GBUK Enteral LimitedSME +12 morejoint award | £20,000,000 † | — | Awarded |
| Lot 7 · Tourniquet1 award | |||
| Alpha Laboratories LimitedSME, Apollo Medical Technologies LtdSME, Balmung Medical Handel GmbH, Becton, Dickinson U.K. Limited, Critical Healthcare LimitedSME, EBRINGTON NI LTDSME +19 morejoint award | £20,000,000 † | — | Awarded |
| Lot 8 · Vein Locators1 award | |||
| Balmung Medical Handel GmbH, Critical Healthcare LimitedSME, Greiner Bio-One Limited, Ideal Medical Solutions LtdSME, Prospect Diagnostics LimitedSME, Williams Medical Supplies Limitedjoint award | £4,000,000 † | — | Awarded |
1 further award records carry no date or value.
Contracts
NHSSC Led Mini Competition for Safety Finger Lancets Via Lot 2 Blood Lancets of the Blood Draw Tools and Accessories Framework Agreement. · Balmung Medical Handel GmbH
- Signed
- 15 Jun 2026
- Value
- £1,291,960
- Status
- active
NHSSC Led Mini Competition for Safety Finger Lancets Via Lot 2 Blood Lancets of the Blood Draw Tools and Accessories Framework Agreement. · Owen Mumford Limited
- Signed
- 15 Jun 2026
- Value
- £477,210
- Status
- active
Blood Lancets · Apollo Medical Technologies LtdSME, Balmung Medical Handel GmbH, Becton, Dickinson U.K. Limited, Cambridge Sensors LTDSME, Critical Healthcare LimitedSME, GBUK Enteral LimitedSME +12 more
- Signed
- 10 Dec 2024
- Value
- £20,000,000
- Status
- active
Tourniquet · Alpha Laboratories LimitedSME, Apollo Medical Technologies LtdSME, Balmung Medical Handel GmbH, Becton, Dickinson U.K. Limited, Critical Healthcare LimitedSME, EBRINGTON NI LTDSME +19 more
- Signed
- 10 Dec 2024
- Value
- £20,000,000
- Status
- active
Vein Locators · Balmung Medical Handel GmbH, Critical Healthcare LimitedSME, Greiner Bio-One Limited, Ideal Medical Solutions LtdSME, Prospect Diagnostics LimitedSME, Williams Medical Supplies Limited
- Signed
- 10 Dec 2024
- Value
- £4,000,000
- Status
- active
Bid statistics published by the authority
| Lot | Bids | SME | VCSE | Valid bid range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 · Blood Collection Devices | 7bids · 3 from abroad | 3 | — | — |
| 6 · Blood Lancets | 23bids · 23 electronic · 23 from abroad | 18 | — | — |
| 7 · Tourniquet | 30bids · 30 electronic · 30 from abroad | 24 | — | — |
| 8 · Vein Locators | 8bids · 8 electronic · 6 from abroad | 6 | — | — |
Contracting authority & participating public bodies
3 public bodies on the noticeConsortium members and other public bodies
- NHS Supply Chain Operated by Supply Chain Coordination Ltd (SCCL)Contracting authorityCentral purchasing bodyNational or federal agency/officeHealth
- Supply Chain Coordination Ltd (SCCL)Contracting authorityCentral purchasing bodyNational or federal agency/officeHealth
Bidders & participating suppliers
39 commercial parties on the notice- ASEP Healthcare LimitedAwarded supplier
- Alpha Laboratories LimitedAwarded supplier
- Apollo Medical Technologies LtdAwarded supplier
- Balmung Medical Handel GmbHAwarded supplier
- Balmung Medical Handel GmbHAwarded supplier
- Becton, Dickinson U.K. LimitedAwarded supplier
- Cambridge Sensors LTDAwarded supplier
- Central Medical Supplies LimitedAwarded supplier
- Crest Medical LimitedAwarded supplier
- Critical Healthcare LimitedAwarded supplier
Show 29 more suppliers
- Ebrington (NI) LTDAwarded supplier
- GBUK Enteral LimitedAwarded supplier
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- Genx Medicare LtdAwarded supplier
- Greiner Bio-One LimitedAwarded supplier
- Henry Schein UK Holdings LimitedAwarded supplier
- ICU Medical Group LimitedAwarded supplier
- Ideal Medical Solutions LtdAwarded supplier
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- Laborie Medical Technologies UKAwarded supplier
- Medicina LimitedAwarded supplier
- Medline Industries LimitedAwarded supplier
- Meglio LimitedAwarded supplier
- Mornington 2000 LLPAwarded supplier
- Neon Diagnostics LtdAwarded supplier
- Owen Mumford LimitedAwarded supplier
- Owen Mumford LimitedAwarded supplier
- Polyco Healthline LimitedAwarded supplier
- Prospect Diagnostics LimitedAwarded supplier
- RPG Medical LimitedAwarded supplier
- Reliance Medical LtdAwarded supplier
- Richardson Healthcare LimitedAwarded supplier
- SAI Medical Solutions LtdAwarded supplier
- Sarstedt LimitedAwarded supplier
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- Timesco Healthcare LimitedAwarded supplier
- Vernacare International LimitedAwarded supplier
- Vygon (U.K.) LimitedAwarded supplier
- Williams Medical Supplies LimitedAwarded supplier
Official documents & specifications
Official links; attachments are not copiedNo document links were published on the notice.