Neuromodulation Devices and Associated Products

This framework starts on 18 March 2024, runs for 24 months and ends on 18 March 2026. There is an option to extend for an additional 24 months.

Areas covered

This framework offers a variety of strategic pain management solutions for sufferers of conditions that vary in severity.

There are three lots on this framework. They are:

• Lot 1: Deep Brain Stimulation
• Lot 2: Spinal Cord Stimulation
• Lot 3: Other Neuromodulation

Savings opportunities

National Pricing Matrices (NPMs) will be made available after the contract goes live allowing customers to benefit from a discounted pricing structure from a supplier in return for either a value or volume commitment, for an agreed period.

Social Value

Since April 2022 all our frameworks have adopted the Procurement Policy Notice 06/20.

Resilience

A broader range of suppliers, with significant stock available in the UK and Europe, have been added to the framework to ensure a resilient supply of products.

There are 23 suppliers on this framework. They are:

• Abbott Medical U.K.Ltd
• Avanos Medical UK Limited – NEW
• Axonics Modulation Technologies UK Limited
• Boston Scientific Ltd
• BVM Medical Ltd
• Charco Neurotech – NEW
• electroCore UK Ltd.
• Far From Surgical Solutions – NEW
• Flow Neuroscience – NEW
• Freedom Neuro BV
• inomed Neurocare Limited – NEW
• Inspire Medical Systems – NEW
• LivaNova UK Limited
• Mainstay Medical Distribution Ltd
• Medtronic Limited
• Nevro Medical Limited
• Nyxoah SA – NEW
• Optimus Medical Ltd
• P14 Medical Limited
• Phagenesis – NEW
• Polar Medical Ltd
• Precisis – NEW
• Saluda Medical – NEW

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 Hospital Care and Out of Hospital Care Teams – 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 an aligned Trusted Customer.

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 unrivaled dependability and responsiveness when it comes to our delivery services.
• Framework agreement – awarded in accordance with UK procurement legislation.
• Sustainable development – we are certified to ISO 140001 International Standard for Environment Management System.