Supply Issues Vygon UK Ltd Multiple Products Across Various Frameworks (ICN 3107)

• The supply issue with multiple products across various frameworks from Vygon UK Ltd is continuing.
• One affected product (FTR3456) has been delisted and replaced with a new product code, as the unit of issue has reduced from 30 to 28:
  • FNS85032 – NRFit Spinal Kit 5ml slip syringe 25G x 90mm Whitacre needle and 50mm filter needle with clear drape.
• Three products are now available and have had their lead times increased from 4 to 45 days:
  • FSQ3057, FSW1500, and FSY039.
• One product is now available and has had its lead time increased from 4 to 60 days:
  • FSQ335 – Central Venous Catheter Single Lumen.
• 15 products are currently unavailable to order.
• 19 products are now affected in total.
• The four available products with increased lead times remain included in the total count of affected products, ensuring customers full visibility of impacted items.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue for the affected products. However, some of these products may also become subject to intermittent supply with the increase in demand.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• We will update this ICN as soon as we have further information.
• The supply issue is still anticipated to be resolved by 24 December 2025.

Change:

• The supplier Vygon UK Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with multiple products across various frameworks:
  • Central Venous Catheters and Associated Products 2022
  • Maternity Obstetrics Gynaecology and Sexual Health
  • Needlefree Connection Systems and Associated Products 2020
  • Syringes Needles and Associated Products 2021.
• There are 20 products affected.
• The supply issue is due to supplier manufacturing issues.

Impact:          

• The affected products are currently unavailable.
• Potential indirect alternative products for some affected products are available to order through our online catalogue.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• We are currently updating our online catalogue to include the alternative products within the product listing.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 24 December 2025.

Next Steps:              

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the potential indirect alternative products.
• However, as this is currently a disrupted market and supply is subject to rapid change, the alternatives offered may also be experiencing temporary supply issues and therefore, customers may need to consider clinically reviewing all additional alternatives provided.
• 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.

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.