Medical Pulp and Associated Products 2023

The framework agreement will consist of a range of products that are used to assist with the toileting of patients, collection of samples and aid the administration of procedures. The ranges of products available under the framework agreement include; Disposable Medical Pulp, Medical Pulp support products, Macerators, Bedpan Washers and Absorbent products for use with Medical Pulp. Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of GBP 52,500,000 to GBP 105,000,000 throughout the duration of this framework agreement (including all extension periods). However, this is approximate only and the values may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the framework agreement.
The tender has contract conditions that will require suppliers to demonstrate that they are managing ethical compliance at their organisation and manufacturing facilities.

Accessing the tender:
This procurement exercise will be conducted on the NHS Supply Chain eProcurement portal at https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com/
Registration:
1) use URL https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com/ to access the NHS Supply Chain
Procurement portal;
2) if not yet registered:
– click on the 'Register Here' link to access the registration page,
– complete the registration pages.
Portal access:
If registration has been completed:
– login with URL https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com/
– Applicants should download the Supplier User Guide located within the eProcurement portal.
– Select "My ITT's",
– Select the three "…" to the top right hand side of the screen.
– Select "Help for Suppliers". This will then open a new screen with a library of guidance document and a video which will guide you through how to submit a compliant bid.

Support:
Should Applicants require any system support or help to locate and submit a bid for the
opportunity they they should contact the Jaggaer Helpdesk on;
Tel: 0800 069 8630
Email: help_uk@jaggaer.com