Supply Issues Becton Dickinson UK Ltd Administration Sets Alaris GP Volumetric Pump FKA856 and FKA865 (ICN 2840)

• The supply issue with Alaris GP Administration Sets from Becton Dickinson UK is continuing
• One further product code is now subject to Protect Demand Management:
  • FKA865 – Administration set Alaris GP Volumetric pump Primary set v/u 15-micron filter Roll/C Alaris safety clamp L/260cm P/24ml 3mm id L/F.
• One product remains subject to Protect Demand Management:
  • FKA856 – Administration set Alaris GP Volumetric pump Primary set v/u 15-micron filter Roll/C Alaris safety clamp 1 x SmartSite Y-port L/255cm P/24ml 3mm id L/F.
• Two product codes are now affected in total.
• FKA856 and FKA865 are available to order through NHS Supply Chain. However, trusts are allocated a maximum daily quantity or “threshold” to ensure fair supply of available stock across the NHS.
• Both products are alternatives to each other. Unfortunately, no other alternatives are available. Customers are advised to view the online catalogue for products they deem suitable.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and to view the product codes currently subject to Protect Demand Management.
• We will update the ICN when we have further information.
• Both products are anticipated to be removed from Protect Demand Management by 31 March 2025.

Change:

• The supplier Becton Dickinson UK Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with its Administration Sets.
• One product is affected:
  • FKA856 – Administration set Alaris GP Volumetric pump Primary set v/u 15 micron filter Roll/C Alaris safety clamp 1 x SmartSite Y-port L/255cm P/24ml 3mm id L/F.
• The supply issue is due to supplier manufacturing issues.
• Due to this ongoing supply issue this product is now being threshold managed as it is subject to Protect Demand Management.

Impact:

• FKA856 is available to order through NHS Supply Chain. However, trusts are allocated a maximum daily quantity or “threshold” to ensure fair supply of available stock across the NHS.
• A potential indirect alternative product is available to order through our online catalogue:
  • FKA865 – Administration set Alaris GP Volumetric pump – Primary set v/u 15 micron filter Roll/C Alaris safety clamp L/260cm P/24ml 3mm id L/F.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternative.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 14 March 2025.

Next Steps:              

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the potential indirect alternative product and to view the product codes currently subject to Protect Demand Management.
• The continuing supply issue is being monitored in conjunction with the supplier and we will continue to review the stock situation to minimise further disruption and update this ICN with the latest information as it becomes available.
• 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.