Minimally Invasive Surgical Products

National Framework for the supply of Minimally Invasive Surgical Products covering the following products to NHS Scotland either via the NDS or direct to Health Boards.

8.1 We require an Anti Fog solution that may be used on endoscopic lenses and surgical cameras which inhibits condensation and clouding within an NHSS Acute setting.

8.2 We require a DCS Camera Sleeve which provides a sterile barrier around the camera head and cable within an NHSS Acute setting.

8.3 We require an Insufflation tubing kit for use in laparoscopic surgery for delivery of clean filtered CO2 within NHS Scotland and used by suitably trained personnel.

8.4 We require a Trocar site closure device used for closing incision sites following laparoscopic procedures within NHS Scotland by suitably trained personnel.

8.5 We require a range of Elastic Retractor Hooks which are self-retaining, adjustable retractors which offer superior access and visualization across a wide range of surgical applications within NHS Scotland and will be used by suitably trained personnel.

8.6 We require a Plastic Retractor Ring System for use with elastic retractor hooks for use in wide range of surgical applications within NHS Scotland and used by suitably trained personnel.

Packaging must clearly reference:

• State Size
• Lot number
• Expiration data
• CE marked
• Single Use
• Sterile where applicable

We envisage awarding 7 suppliers to this Lot.

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 26462. 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.