Advanced Wound Care

This framework starts on 1 September 2025, runs for 24 months and ends on 31 August 2027. There is an option to extend for an additional 24 months.

This combines some products from the former General Wound Care and Advanced Wound Care frameworks.

There are 56 suppliers, including 13 new suppliers, on the framework offering an extended product range, innovative products and more choice to customers. See the Suppliers section for a full list of suppliers on this framework.

Areas covered

There are 18 lots on this framework (see Product Categories section for a full list).

Resilience
Our increased knowledge of the global manufacturing base following COVID-19 and subsequent global supply challenges, means we are better able to identify potential risks and mitigate them by building resilience into our sourcing strategies.
For this framework we are adopting measures including ensuring suppliers hold more stock in UK warehouses and providing forward trackers so that suppliers can build up contingency stock in the event of a supply disruption.

How to purchase from the framework

Products available via our Stocked and eDirect supply routes can be purchased using our online catalogue or through your own purchase-to-pay system.

Important notice – for stocked products only.
Following the move to Buy Price = Sell Price, new framework prices will only come into effect when stock of all products at the old framework price has been depleted.

Ordering samples

Product samples are available from all suppliers on the framework.

Please note that the decision to supply samples, along with the unit of issue, supplied quantity, time to supply and free of charge nature of any request, is solely the decision of the relevant supplier(s).

Requests for samples should initially be discussed with your NHS Supply Chain ICS Manager. They will then work with you and the respective supplier(s) to agree requests and order on your behalf.

Product switching is available on this framework. Analysis will take place to highlight cost effective alternatives and to identify switch and rationalisation opportunities.

The framework provides National Pricing Matrices (NPMs) which allow you to benefit from a discounted pricing structure from a supplier in return for either a value or volume commitment, for an agreed period.

The suppliers offering NPMs from go live are:

• Absorbest – Super absorbents (DryMax)
• Coloplast – Various products including Biatain, Alprep Pad and Comfeel
• Convatec – Gelling Fibres (Aquacel Extra, Ag and Ribbons)
• Hartmann – Foams (RespoSorb Silicone)
• L&R – Super absorbents (Vliwasorb Pro), Foams (Suprasorb), Wound Contact Layer (Lomatuell Pro), Debridement Pad (Debrisoft) and Debridement Pad with Handle (Debrisoft)

Other NPMs will be available post Go-Live which will allow savings opportunities for customers who are able to consolidate their purchasing.

If you are interested in product switching or NPM savings opportunities, please speak to our Hospital Care team.

See our Useful Links section for your ICS Manager contact details.

A price ranking sheet has been developed covering Alginates and Gelling Fibres (core sizes only), Silicone and Foam Dressings (core sizes only) and Silicone Wound Contact Layers (core sizes only) so you can review suppliers’ prices with ease. This will be available within three months of the go live.

The framework can support regional eAuctions, Mini Competitions/Commitment Deals in Foam Dressings, Gelling Fibres, Silicone Wound Contact Layers and Super Absorbent Dressing for further savings. If you are interested in further information, please contact:

Sustainability, net zero and social value are important elements in how NHS Supply Chain build our framework offering through the procurement process, tendering, supplier award and contract management. There are five mandatory requirements for suppliers to address supporting compliance with relevant PPNs and NHS England policy.

• Carbon Reduction Plan (PPN 006)
• Evergreen Assessment
• Modern Slavery Assessment (PPN 009)
• Social Value (PPN 002)
• NHS England Net Zero Supplier Roadmap and Horizon Scanning

Awarded suppliers meet the current milestones on the net zero roadmap and have awareness and understanding of future milestones.

Social value
See our Downloads ▼ section for further information on suppliers’ social value commitments.

Sustainable opportunities
The following sustainable opportunities are available on this framework:

Reduced Consumption Opportunities: Specification of absorbency values showing the Total Fluid Handling Capacity of different wound dressings that supports clinicians to reduce consumption and choose the right product for the right wound. This information is visible in the product listings as follows:

• Low 0.01 – 4.99 g/10cm2.
• Moderate 5.00 – 14.99 g/10cm2.
• High 15.00 – 24.99 g/10cm2.
• Ultra-High 25.00 + g/10cm2.

Opportunities in the pipeline

• We will work with suppliers to reduce packaging waste and on recycling initiatives. This includes the use of QR codes with links to product use instructions to reduce the volume of packaging.
• The Coloplast 3 Step Approach: Simplifying Wound Healing – Published in Wounds UK 2024
• Coloplast Dressings: Early stage of investigation – No requirement for a filler. This would remove the need for an additional product currently used. Trials are ongoing with the supplier.
• ConvaTec Dressings: Early stage of investigation – Wound Hygiene: four steps to wound healing (Cleanse, Debride, Refashion and Dress). Trials are ongoing with the supplier.

• Information for Clinical Choice documents will be available for Foam Dressings, Gelling Fibre Dressings and Super Absorbent Dressings within three months of go live.
• We have worked with clinicians to develop the Sourcing Strategy and framework agreement
• Alignment to the National Wound Care Strategy Programme.

285 products are being delisted. 227 of these have an identified alternative.
See our Downloads ▼ section to view the full list of delisted products and details of the alternatives available.

There are 56 suppliers on this framework. They are:

• Absorbest AB
• Advanced Medical Solutions Ltd
• AOTI LTD
• B. Braun Medical Limited
• Becton Dickinson U.K. Limited
• Brightwake Limited (trading as Advancis Medical)
• CD Medical Limited
• Clarity Pharma
• ClearHeal LTD
• CliniMed Ltd
• Clinisupplies Limited
• Coloplast Ltd
• ConvaTec Limited
• Creed Medical Ltd
• Crest Medical Ltd
• Dot Medical Limited
• Ennogen Healthcare Ltd
• Espère Healthcare Ltd
• Essity T/A BSN Medical Ltd
• Eurosurgical
• Firstkind Ltd
• Flen Health UK Ltd
• Frontier Therapeutics Limited
• GBUK Ltd
• Gentell UK Ltd
• Global Health and Safety Ltd.
• Griffiths and Nielsen Ltd
• GS Medical Healthcare
• HARTMANN
• Ideal Medical Solutions
• IMS Euro Ltd
• Integra LifeSciences
• Iskus Health UK Limited
• Joint Operations (UK) Ltd
• KCI Medical Limited
• L&R Medical UK Ltd
• medi UK Ltd
• Medicareplus International Limited
• Mediq Healthcare UK Ltd
• Medline Industries Ltd
• Molnlycke Health Care Ltd
• OscarTech UK Ltd
• Oswell Penda Pharmaceutical Ltd
• Phoenix Medical Ltd
• Raise Healthcare Pvt Ltd
• Reliance Medical Ltd
• Richardson Healthcare Ltd
• Rocialle Healthcare Ltd
• Schulke & Mayr UK Ltd
• Smith & Nephew
• Steroplast Healthcare Ltd
• Trion Pharma
• Unisurge International Ltd
• URGO LIMITED
• Vernacare International Ltd
• Willingsford Limited

The following suppliers are being delisted at the start of the framework agreement:

• Ego Pharmaceuticals
• Farla Medical Healthcare Limited
• Mayors Pharma
• Edge Medical Ltd
• Safeguard Medical Technologies.

The following suppliers are being delisted at the start of the framework agreement due to not tendering:

• CF Pharma Ltd
• Inotec AMD Ltd
• Meditrade UK Ltd
• Woundchek Laboratories
• AAH Pharaceuticals
• Hospital Services Ltd

There are 18 lots on this framework:

Lot 1: Hydrogels
Lot 2: Gelling Fibres and Alginates
Lot 3: Wound Contact Layers
Lot 4: Super Absorbents
Lot 5: Dressing Pads
Lot 6: Foam Dressings
Lot 7: Hydrocolloids
Lot 8: Non-Woven Islands
Lot 9: IV Dressings
Lot 10: Film and Film Island Dressings
Lot 11: Burns and Scar Management
Lot 12: Speciality Wound Care
Lot 13: Wound Irrigation and Cleansing
Lot 14: Debridement
Lot 15: Adhesive Remover
Lot 16: Skin Protectants
Lot 17: Compression Bandages
Lot 18: Medical Adhesive Tapes

See our Downloads ▼ section for all incumbent product and supplier listings, and details of any delisted lines and alternative products in the Framework Matrices. All new product and supplier listings will follow the customer launch.

About the products
This framework provides an appropriate range of products to help influence ideal wound healing environments.

The products are used to provide pathogen-free protection and/or moisten areas for healing of wounds to occur as well as prevent infection and skin breakages.

This includes, but is not limited to, hydrogels, gelling fibres and alginates, wound contact layers, super absorbent dressings, dressing pads, foam dressings, hydrocolloid dressings, non-woven island dressings, IV dressings, film and film island dressings, burns and scar management, speciality wound care, wound irrigation, debridement, adhesive removers, barrier creams and films, compression bandages and medical adhesive tapes.

Choice

• Leading suppliers on contract – providing enhanced range and value from a single source.

More savings

• Pay less – with NHS Supply Chain you have a wider range of product options so you can select the ones that are fit for purpose and value for money.
• Leave your tendering to us – spend less time and money on tendering and let our procurement specialists undertake it on your behalf.
• Back office savings – the efficiency of our service, ranging from e-ordering to consolidated deliveries, enables significant back office savings.

More value

• An integrated approach – the financial benefits of NHS Supply Chain go beyond just product prices. Our approach is an integrated one that reduces cost throughout the supply chain, from raw materials to global logistics, resulting in a much lower total cost.
• Purchasing through our route – when there are changes in the market, we can help minimise the impact of price rises and give support with cost saving initiatives.

Our knowledge and expertise

• Dedicated Acute team and Out of Hospital Care team – your day to day contact for all queries. They will help you identify savings opportunities, solve any issues on your behalf and ensure high service levels are always met.
• NHS Supply Chain Buyers – procurement specialists in their product fields who can give expert advice on new and alternative products.
• Implementation Team – experts in helping you set up the new processes and training required when introducing new products.
• Customer Services Team – with the daily support provided by our dedicated and knowledgeable advisors and service managers you know you are in safe hands.
• Customer Assurance – providing customers with the confidence and assurance of products using a process of clinical evaluation and engagement with clinical users. This ensures all products are clinically assured by the CaPA process, supported by engagement with customers.

Peace of mind

• Dependable deliveries – having access to the know-how and resources of one of the world’s largest logistics companies means we can offer unrivalled dependability and responsiveness when it comes to our delivery services.
• Framework agreement – awarded in accordance with UK procurement legislation.
• Sustainability – Sustainable procurement is embedded into our category management processes to ensure that our suppliers meet requirements for carbon reduction plans, evergreen assessment, modern slavery, social value and NHS England net zero supplier roadmap. Additionally, our logistics partner is certified ISO14001.