NHS Supply Chain £168M Medical Devices Framework, Deadline Oct

Planning

Medical Electrodes, CTG Monitoring and Gels

• SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LIMITED UK2: Preliminary market engagement notice - Procurement Act 2023 - view information about notice types

Notice identifier: 2026/S 000-036326

Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-068746 (view related notices)

Published 21 April 2026, 5:08pm

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Scope

Reference

Project_1751

Description

Framework Agreement for the supply of medical electrodes, CTG monitoring, gels and associated products, which is intended to include but is not limited to those listed below.

Medical electrodes, CTG monitoring and associated products:

ECG electrodes including pre-wired (adult, paediatric and neonatal) and accessories

Neurology electrodes and accessories

Bispectral index monitoring electrodes and accessories

Gastric monitoring electrodes and accessories

CTG monitoring and accessories

Foetal scalp electrodes and accessories

Ultrasound and conductive gels and associated products:

Skin preparation

Ultrasound gel and accessories

Conductive gel associated with physiological monitoring electrodes and accessories

The Authority estimates that, in the first 12 months of the Framework, the total value of purchases under it will be around £30,000,000.00. For the full 48 month term, the anticipated value is around £140,000,000.00. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of usage. The value provided are for guidance only and are not a guarantee of business with successful Tenderers.

The Framework will be between the Authority and individual Supplier(s). The Authority will be entitled to purchase Goods which we will make available for purchase by:

• any NHS Trust;

• any other NHS entity;

• any government department, agency or other statutory body (for the avoidance of doubt including local authorities); and/or

• any private sector entity active in the UK healthcare sector.

Award of a place on the Framework does not guarantee any commitment by the Authority or its customers to place an order pursuant to the Framework.

To participate in NHS Supply Chain’s procurements, Tenderers must have registered on the Central Digital Platform (CDP) and shared this information with NHS Supply Chain via the CDP. It is free to use and will mean Tenderers should no longer have to re-enter this information for each public procurement but simply ensure it is up to date and subsequently shared. The CDP is available at https://www.gov.uk/find-tender.

It is the Tenderer's responsibility to ensure the account set up in Jaggaer is in the correct company name.

The following requirements are expected to apply, but are not limited to those listed, and may be updated in line with PPN requirements and/or best practice:

• ISO Certification

Tenderers must hold ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485:2016, or Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) certification, accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) or an internationally recognised equivalent. The certification must cover all relevant elements of the Tenderer’s and the product’s supply chain, including (but not limited to) sales, manufacturing, storage, and distribution (the “ISO Certification”).

Acceptable UKAS alternatives are listed at: https://iaf.nu/en/accreditation-bodies/

• CE Certification and Declaration of Conformity

Where applicable, valid CE Certification and Declarations of Conformity must be submitted at the tender submission stage.

• Modern Slavery Statement

Tenderers with an annual turnover of £36 million or more must comply with the Modern Slavery Act 2015, publish an annually updated Modern Slavery Statement on their website, and provide a link to that statement.

• Modern Slavery Assessment Tool (MSAT)

Tenderers must have achieved an MSAT score of 41% or above within 12 months prior to the Tender Close Date. The assessment results must be shared with NHS Supply Chain Coordination via the share function on the Supplier Registration Service (SRS) Portal: https://supplierregistration.cabinetoffice.gov.uk /

• Evergreen Sustainable Supplier Assessment

Tenderers must have completed the Evergreen Sustainable Supplier Assessment and achieved Level 1 or above within 12 months prior to the Tender Close Date. Guidance and access are available at:

https://www.england.nhs.uk/nhs-commercial/central-commercial-function-ccf/evergreen/

• Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP)

Tenderers must provide a valid Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP) link on their website that meets the requirements of PPN 006

• Cyber Security

Tenderers that handle patient or personal data, or provide IT systems, services, or devices, must either:

o hold a valid Cyber Essentials Plus Certificate; or

o where the Tenderer does not have a Cyber Essentials Plus Certificate, submit a completed Information Security Third Party Questionnaire (ISTPQ).

• Distribution Agreements

If tendering as a Distributor, the Tenderer must provide written evidence from the relevant Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) confirming that they have rights to distribute goods for the Term as defined in the Framework Agreement Award Pack. If the Term is extended, Distributors must provide further written evidence from the OEM confirming that they have rights to distribute goods for the remaining Maximum Term as defined in the Framework Agreement Award Pack.

Commercial tool

Establishes a framework

Total value (estimated)

• £140,000,000 excluding VAT
• £168,000,000 including VAT Above the relevant threshold

Contract dates (estimated)

• 1 February 2028 to 31 January 2030
• Possible extension to 31 January 2032
• 4 years

Main procurement category

Goods

CPV classifications

Medical equipments

Diagnostic supplies

Electrocardiogram

Cardiac-monitoring devices

Patient-monitoring system

Contract locations

• UK - United Kingdom

Engagement

Engagement deadline

21 October 2026

Engagement process description

NHS Supply Chain is seeking to engage with interested parties who can supply the goods detailed in the procurement description. Interested parties can express interest in the opportunity by following the instructions below:

PORTAL ACCESS

• Login with URL https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com//

• Click on “SQs Open to All Suppliers” and search for the title of this procurement: SQ_665 - PME - Medical Electrodes, CTG Monitoring and Gels.

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

• Click on the "EXPRESS INTEREST" button in the top right corner.

• Answer the question in the Qualification Envelope.

On receipt of an expression of interest, the Authority will contact interested participants with further details via email. This will include a pre-recorded supplier webinar and a request for information (RFI) document. The deadline for responding to the RFI is 15:00 GMT on 22nd May 2026.

NOTE: The RFI document and any further communication relating to this PME activity will be issued via email from email address leila.bradshaw@supplychain.nhs.uk. Interested participants should monitor emails for correspondence from this email address.

Prior to tender publication, a draft product list and specification may be circulated to interested participants for feedback. It is anticipated that draft documents will be shared in June/July 2026. All feedback must be sent to email address leila.bradshaw@supplychain.nhs.uk. The deadline for feedback will be provided when the draft documentation is circulated. The Authority will review the feedback received before the deadline. If significant amendments are made following this review, further circulation of amended drafts may take place.

Should further engagement opportunities be scheduled prior to tender publication, interested participants will be contacted accordingly.

Participation

Particular suitability

• Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
• Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)

Submission

Publication date of tender notice (estimated)

22 October 2026

Contracting authority

SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LIMITED

• Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLLH-1887-BMRL Wellington House, 133-155 Waterloo Road

London

SE1 8UG

United Kingdom

Email: leila.bradshaw@supplychain.nhs.uk

Website: https://www.supplychain.nhs.uk /

Region: UKI45 - Lambeth

Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government