ITU Haemofiltration

Concepts

• edinburgh
• renal dialysis consumables
• scotland
• supply of itu haemofiltration machines
• itu haemofiltration
• renal support devices
• fluids
• consumables

Location

Any or all locations of all NHS Scotland Health Boards, all NHS Scotland Special Health Boards and/or the Authority or other NHS organisation established pursuant to the NHS (Scotland) Act 1978

Description

This Framework Agreement is for the supply of ITU Haemofiltration Machines, Fluids and Consumables to NHS Scotland.

Renewal Options

One (1) optional extension period, consisting of twenty-four (24) months may be utilised by the Authority.

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 33181520 - Renal dialysis consumables
• 33181000 - Renal support devices

Indicators

• This is a one-off contract (no recurrence)
• Renewals are available.
• Financial restrictions apply.
• Professional qualifications are sought.
• Technical restrictions apply.

Legal Justification

Due to the significant capital investment required by NHS ScotlandHealth Boards e.g. Haemofiltration equipment. Potential 72 month framework supports need for Health Boards to achieve sufficientreturn on investment whilst offering the best value. Any decision to exercise the one (1) additional twenty-four (24) month extension options, will be determined during the 4th year of the framework.

Other Information

** PREVIEW NOTICE, please check Find a Tender for full details. ** SPD 4C.4 If bidders intend to use a supply chain to deliver the requirements detailed in II.2.4 in the Find a Tender Service, Contract Notice or relevant section of the Site Notice, they should confirm they have (or have access to) the relevant supply chain management and tracking systems to ensure a resilient and sustainable supply chain. This will include confirmation that they have the systems in place to pay subcontractors through the supply chain promptly and effectively, and provide evidence when requested of: a) their standard payment terms b) ≥95% of all supply chain invoices being paid on time (in accordance with the terms of contract) in the last financial year If the bidder is unable to confirm (b) they must provide an improvement plan, signed by their Director, which improves the payment performance. The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this ITT exercise. The Project code is 21891. 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-pr... 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 NHS 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 is successful, or, alternatively potential framework participants confirm they will engage with the NHS Scotland’s Community Benefit 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 approved compliant route to the realisation of community benefits. For further information please visit - https://www.nss,nhs,scot/procurement-and-logistics/sustainability/access-our-community-benefit-gateway/ (SC Ref:701542)