NHS Supply Chain Continence Care Products Framework Agreement

NHS Supply Chain is establishing a framework agreement to supply a comprehensive range of continence care products to NHS Trusts, other NHS entities, government departments, and private sector healthcare providers in the UK. The framework covers disposable products (adult pull-up pants, all-in-ones, belted products, shaped pads, fixation pants, and pediatric items), washable products for adults and children, accessories, and sensor technology solutions. Only NHS Supply Chain can order from the framework and enter contracts on behalf of authorized bodies. Initial year expenditure is estimated at approximately £84,000,000, with a total four-year framework value estimated at approximately £335,000,000 (excluding VAT). These figures are approximations and may vary based on actual purchasing requirements. Preliminary market engagement under PCR 2015 involved 49 interested suppliers (7 incumbents and 42 potential new suppliers), with 28 responding to the Prior Information Notice and 25 engaged directly. Draft product specifications, product lists, and sustainability/social value documentation have been shared with engaged suppliers. Notice identifier: 2024/S 000-008741; Procurement identifier: ocds-h6vhtk-044a20.