Perfusion Devices, Consumables and Associated Equipment

This framework starts on 10 November 2025, runs for 24 months and ends on 9 November 2027. There is an option to extend for an additional 24 months.

There are nine suppliers, including four 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 three lots on this framework:

• Perfusion Capital
• Perfusion Consumables
• Perfusion Packs.

See our Downloads ▼ section for the full product listing on the Framework Matrices / Product Matrix

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 bringing more products into the Stocked route.

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.

To order products via the Direct route:

• Customers will need to obtain a quotation through our Category team to benefit from National Framework Agreement Pricing. Please quote the framework reference number when contacting your preferred supplier to ensure the correct pricing and compliance.
• Our Category team will then provide you with a Unique Reference Number (URN). This URN must be detailed on your purchase order to order the required equipment.
• Customers have two options to procure equipment via the framework. Trusts can either direct award if internal Standard Financial Instructions (SFIs) are followed or carry out a pricing exercise via the framework which will be managed by our Category team. Both options require trusts to request URN numbers from the Category team.
• The framework also offers opportunities for call off / direct call off agreements. If you are interested in further information, please contact Medical Technology team at:

See our Downloads ▼ section to view the Product Matrix showing the awarded suppliers by sub lot.

Ordering samples

Product samples are available from all of the 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 will be available following the start of the framework. Analysis will take place to highlight cost effective alternatives and to identify switch and rationalisation opportunities. If you are interested in further information about product switching, please speak to our Hospital Care team.

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

The framework will have a Value Based Procurement (VBP) opportunity for certain product areas. If you are interested in further information, please contact our Care Pathway team.

When purchasing from this framework you may be able to take advantage of additional savings opportunities through:

• Point of Sale maintenance discounts
• Volume banding and commitment deals.

To find out more about these opportunities, please contact your NHS Supply Chain ICS Manager..

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:

• VBP and care pathway changes with sustainability co-benefits (for example, reduced consumption / travel / bed days).

Future opportunities will be reviewed with suppliers at quarterly meetings as part of a standard agenda.

254 products are being delisted. There are no identified alternatives.
See our Downloads ▼ section to view the full list of delisted products and details of the alternatives available.

There are 9 suppliers on this framework. They are:

• Chalice Medical Ltd
• Edwards Lifesciences Ltd
• Getinge Limited
• LivaNova UK Limited
• Medtronic Limited
• Spectrum Medical Limited
• Terumo UK Ltd
• TFX Group Ltd T/A Teleflex Medical
• XVIVO.

The following supplier is being delisted at the start of the framework agreement:

• Eurosets,

There are three lots on the framework agreement:

• Perfusion Capital
• Perfusion Consumables
• Perfusion Packs.

There is an extensive product list from a wide range of suppliers in the market

639 new products have been added and these are highlighted in the product listing.

See our Downloads ▼ section for the full product listing, and details of the delisted lines in the Framework Matrices.

About the products

Perfusion is the artificial support or temporary replacement of a patients’ circulatory and respiratory functions.

Perfusionists are clinical scientists who employ artificial blood pumps to keep the blood of open-heart surgery patients moving through their body tissue, replacing the function of the heart and lungs, while the cardiac surgeon operates.

This product area also provides support for donor organ preservation with ice, Ex-vivo or Normothermic Regional Perfusion (NRP) whilst waiting for implantation into the recipient.

The products on the framework cover capital, consumables and packs. This includes, but is not limited limited to Cardiopulmonary Bypass (CPB), Cardioplegia, Oxygenators, Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO), Ex Vivo Machine Perfusion, Isolated Limb Perfusion (ILP).

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.