Curtains, Blinds and Associated Services

This framework starts on 6 October 2025, runs for 48 months and ends on 5 October 2029.

There are 10 suppliers, including 3 new suppliers, on the framework offering a wider range of products, related services, and recycling options for customers.

To support curtain recycling at end of life, suppliers on this framework will assess customer needs and provide suitable collection containers for non-contaminated curtains, with collections scheduled at the customer’s preferred frequency.

For an assessment, please contact NHS Supply Chain who can support in establishing the most suitable supplier for their needs.

See the Suppliers section for a full list of suppliers on this framework.

Areas covered

There are four lots on this framework:

• Lot 1 – Non-Antimicrobial Treated Polypropylene Curtains
• Lot 2 – Antimicrobial Treated Polypropylene Curtains
• Lot 3 – Wipeable, Fabric Curtains and Blinds
• Lot 4 – Track System.

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.

As part of this framework, we are implementing measures such as requiring suppliers to hold more stock in UK warehouses and ensuring multiple suppliers are available on each lot to provide alternative products.

How to purchase from the framework

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

For products and services available via our Direct supply route, customers will need to quote the framework reference when placing an order directly with suppliers to benefit from National Framework Agreement Pricing. Please quote the framework reference number (2025/S 000-030206) when contacting your preferred supplier to ensure the correct pricing and compliance.

For fabric curtains only

For all enquiries please contact:

You will need to request a Unique Reference Number (URN).

If a quotation is requested via NHS Supply Chain, the customer will need to advise us which quotation they wish to go ahead with.

Our Category team will then provide you with a URN. This URN must be detailed on your purchase order to order the required equipment.

The customer will need to send us a copy of the completed purchase order to ensure the purchase is covered under the Framework Agreement.

The framework provides a National Pricing Matrix (NPM) for Lot 1 and Lot 2 products, which allows you to benefit from a discounted pricing structure from a supplier in return for either a value or volume commitment, for an agreed period.

If you are interested in NPM savings, please speak to your NHS Supply Chain ICS Manager.

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

See our Downloads ▼ section for details of the NPMs.

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

We are pleased to offer trusts a service element within our framework that supports curtain recycling, an ideal option for those working towards net-zero targets. To request this service, please speak to your NHS Supply Chain ICS Manager.

130 products are being delisted. 12 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 10 suppliers on this framework, of which 3 are new suppliers. They are:

• Biotechnics Ltd
• Gailarde Ltd
• Grosvenor Contracts London Ltd
• Hygenica
• Marlux Medical
• Opal Health
• Orn Health
• Panaz Ltd
• Sir Jacob Behrens
• Sol Komfort Interiors Ltd.

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

• Inivos Ltd
• Interweave Textiles
• Iskus Health UK Ltd
• Leo Medica Europe
• Southgate Global
• Yewdale.

There are four Lots on this framework:

• Lot 1 – Non-Antimicrobial Treated Polypropylene Curtains
• Lot 2 – Antimicrobial Treated Polypropylene Curtains
• Lot 3 – Wipeable, Fabric Curtains and Blinds
• Lot 4 – Track System.

About the products

All of the curtains on our framework have passed BS 5867-2:2008 type B or C flammability requirements.

If you do not see the size or colour you require on the catalogue, please contact your NHS Supply Chain ICS Manager, who can request bespoke sizing for you.

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.