Supply Issues Gama Healthcare Ltd Disposable Sporicidal Wipes VJT263 (ICN 2431)

Change:

• The supplier Gama Healthcare Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with its Disposable Sporicidal Wipe products:
  • VJT263 – Wipe sporicidal Chlorine 5000+ppm 230mm x 170mm 70 wipes per canister biocide.
• The supply issue is due to supplier manufacturing issues.
• The supplier has encountered significant issues processing orders due to a cyber-attack. This has now been resolved, however, there remains a backlog of orders.

Impact:

• VJT263 is currently unavailable to order.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue:
  • VJT228 – Wipe disinfectant moist Chlorine 5000ppm 40gsm 195mm x 200mm 50 wipes per canister class IIa medical device
  • VJT113 – Wipe sporicidal 210mm x 300mm 25 peracetic acid wipes per flow wrap class iia medical device.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternatives.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 1 April 2024.

Next Steps:              

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternatives.
• 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.