Urology and Bowel Management

Type: New Contract Category: Rehabilitation and Community Reference: 2023/S 000-011173 Supply Route: Stocked, Blue Diamond, eDirect

Start Date: 21 February 2024 Expiry Date: 20 February 2026

The framework for Urology and Bowel Management starts on 21 February 2024, runs for 24 months and ends on 20 February 2026. There is an option to extend for two additional 12-month periods.

The new framework combines the former Urology, Bowel and Faecal Management and Stoma Care and Accessories frameworks.

Urology products are used for surgical and medical diseases of the male and female urinary tract system and the male reproductive organs. Urology combines the management of medical conditions such as urinary tract infections and surgical conditions such as bladder or prostate cancer, kidney stones, congenital abnormalities, traumatic injuries and stress incontinence.

Bowel and Faecal management products are used for ensuring the safe and effective management of faecal waste and protection of the skin of patients with faecal related issues who unfortunately cannot control their own bodily functions.

Stoma Care and Accessories are used after surgical procedures including colostomy, ileostomy and urostomy. The products include a wound manager which is used post-op to drain off any discharge which may occur close to the surgery site to avoid any infection of the wound. Other products include pouches, also referred to as bags that provide a means to collect waste from a surgically diverted biological system and accessories which support these pouches/bags system. These can include skin protection and care products, securing devices, irrigation and drainage accessories.

Areas covered

There are 18 Lots on this new framework (see product categories section for full list).

Savings opportunities

Product switching will be available following the framework go live. Analysis will take place to identify switch and rationalisation opportunities, highlighting cost effective alternatives.

Price ranking will also be carried out within six months of the contract go live.

Social value

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

Resilience

Our increased knowledge of the global manufacturing base following Covid 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.

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

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.

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