Product Update Mediq Healthcare Theatre Caps Multiple Products (ICN 3449)

Change:

• In line with communications on the framework renewal for Single Use Theatre Protective Wear and Related Consumables, the range of theatre caps from Mediq Healthcare UK has now been delisted from the NHS Supply Chain Catalogue.
• Extra stock had been brought in to provide a 3-month transition period to the new range of theatre caps now available on the framework.
• There are 25 product codes affected.
• The supplier is not awarded on the new framework, and the transition stock is now depleted.
• See our Useful Links section to view the framework page.

Impact:

• The affected codes are currently suspended and will no longer be available to order through our online catalogue.
• The affected product code will be delisted from our online catalogue on 21 August 2026.
• Potential direct and indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to view the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives and for the product matrix..

Next Steps:               

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the potential direct and indirect alternative products.
• In addition to the mapped alternatives, a product matrix is also available.
• The product matrix enables a review of alternative products by the features required thus supporting clinical choice.
• If you have any further questions, please contact your local NHS Supply Chain Customer Services Advisor.

Please note that due to the clinical nature of these alternative products, we advise you to consult your own clinical experts to ensure suitability for your organisations use of these products.