Supply Issues Blatchford Limited Annual Stock Take Closure eDirect Products (ICN 2871)

• The supply issue due to an annual stock take at Blatchford Limited is now resolved.
• All product codes are now available to order through our online catalogue without the extended lead time. All orders are being dispatched.
• This ICN is now closed.

Change:

• Blatchford Limited have advised that they will be closed for their annual stock take between 31 March and 4 April 2025.
• Due to this, there will be a temporary impact to the supply of their Artificial Limb products on our eDirect route.
• There are 9641 product codes affected.

Impact:          

• All orders should be raised by 28 March 2025 to avoid the period of closure considering lead times.
• Extended lead times will be applied to orders placed for any impacted products between 30 March 2025 and 4 April 2025.
• Blatchford Limited will begin to fulfil orders placed during the closure period the week commencing 7 April 2025.
• Stocked lines can be ordered as normal.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 7 April 2025.

Next Steps:

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the product listing for further information on the affected product codes.
• We will update the ICN when we have further information.
• If you have any further questions, please contact your local NHS Supply Chain Customer Services Advisor.