Robotic Surgical Equipment and Associated Accessories

Concepts

• medical equipment
• swillington
• technological advancement
• nhs supply chain
• robotic surgical equipment
• accessories
• related accessories
• market research
• general surgery
• wide range of medical procedures

Location

Description

To provide a framework for Robotic Surgical Equipment and associated accessories. NHS Supply Chain is conducting market research into Robotic Surgical Equipment, including related accessories/consumables, that cover a wide range of medical procedures including, but not limited to, General Surgery and Laparoscopic. Precise quantities are unknown. Due to technological advancement, specifications will be reviewed, to enable the NHS to access to the latest products via the framework.

CPV Codes

• 33100000 - Medical equipments

Indicators

• Contract is suitable for SMEs.
• Contract is suitable for VCOs.

Other Information

New suppliers may be awarded on the framework due to this. More information on this is provided in the attached letter. This will be in conjunction with the 2 year extension. Precise quantities are unknown & is anticipated that initial expenditure will be between GBP 75,000,000 to GBP 80,000,000 in the first year of the extension period, however this is approximate only and the values may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the Framework Agreement. The following certification will be a requirement of the upcoming tender exercise and Applicants may be required to include evidence of this within their tender submission. - ISO 9001:2015 or equivalent externally accredited and up-to-date quality standard certificate(s) to cover all segments of the Applicant's (and the product's) supply chain. This should include but not be limited to manufacturing, storage, distribution and customer service. Further information in respect of certification requirements will be set out in the notice for the forthcoming procurement. If such certificates are not in the name of the Applicant then the Applicant must supply a copy of agreements setting out the authority and responsibilities of all parties in the supply chain and provide evidence of ISO9001:2015 or equivalent for all relevant parties in the supply chain. - Employers Liability Insurance cover of £5m per claim in the name of the Applicant - Public Liability Insurance cover of £5m per claim in the name of the Applicant - Product Liability Insurance cover in the name of the Applicant of £5m per claim - Declaration of Conformity and CE Certification to demonstrate compliance to Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC or Medical Device Regulation 2017/745 (where applicable) Please refer to FTS Prior Information Notice 2022/S 000-022430 for information on how to apply for this opportunity and timeframes. Link to FTS Notice https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022430-2022 https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022430-2022