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Published 14 Feb 2023, 14:04 GMT

Official UK procurement notice

Robotic Surgical Equipment and Associated Accessories and Consumables

Official notice

Authority: NHS Supply Chain (NHS & healthcare)·Consortium: 4 public authorities

Framework agreement3 lotsGoodsOpen procedureSME suitableMax 3 lots per supplier
Sectors: Medical Devices & Pharma (33) Delivery: UK
Framework ceiling (notional)£500,000,000total for 3 lots · framework ceiling, not attributable revenue
Submissions closed 18 Mar 2024awarded 31 May 2024
Lots 3max 3 won per supplier

What is being bought3 lots · detail below

Published requirement description

To provide a Framework Agreement for Robotic Medical Equipment and Associated Accessories and Consumables inclusive of General surgeries , Laparoscopic, Orthopaedics and related accessories/consumables. Precise quantities are unknown. It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of £100,000,000.00 in the first year of this Framework Agreement, however this is approximate only and the values may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the Framework Agreement. The estimated value over the total Framework Agreement term (including any extension options), is £500,000,000.00 over a (2+2 year term). These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information, with a forecasted level of growth.

The Framework Agreement between NHS Supply Chain and successful suppliers will reserve the right to purchase the same or similar supplies from suppliers not appointed to the Framework at its sole discretion. NHS Supply Chain intends to enter into arrangements under which it will be entitled to purchase supplies which it will make available for purchase by 1) any NHS Trust; 2) any other NHS entity; 3) any government department, agency or other statutory body and/or 4) any private sector entity active in the UK healthcare sector.

CPV: Medical equipments · Operating techniques · Surgical instruments

How this framework works

From the published notice
Places
up to 6 suppliers · 5 bids on the busiest of 3 lots (0.8 per place) · 8 appointed (full)

Lots and requirements (3)Procurement structure

3 lots · all with a published value · win at most 3 of them · same evaluation weights on every lot
Lot #1Minimally Invasive Surgical RoboticsAwardedRenewalPublished value£192,000,000

Comprise of master-Slave design, whereby surgical instruments are driven using haptic or equivalent controllers by a surgeon at a console

The robotic system must drive articulated surgical instruments that operate through laparoscopic ports.

Have capacity for magnified 3D and/or HD vision.

Delivery: UK · Various Locations in the UK
Extensions: This Lot is initially for 24 months with an option to extend to 48 months · This Framework Agreement is initially for 24 months with an option to extend to 48 monthsVariant bids: not allowed
33169000 Surgical instruments
Lot #2Neurological RoboticsAwardedRenewalPublished value£3,750,000

"Be able to assist in the planning of medical procedures.

Be capable of assisting and/or modifying the medical procedure(s) during a procedure (e.g. by offering alignment functionality during surgery)."

Delivery: UK · Various Locations in the UK
Extensions: This Lot is initially for 24 months with an option to extend to 48 months · This Framework Agreement is initially for 24 months with an option to extend to 48 monthsVariant bids: not allowed
33160000 Operating techniques
Lot #3Freestanding Robotic ArmsAwardedRenewalPublished value£5,350,000

A holding device for open as well as minimally invasive surgery, neurosurgery, orthopaedics and traumatology to be used with robotic equipment. Designed to be used in association with endoscopy equipment during medical procedures

Delivery: UK · Various Locations in the UK
Extensions: This Lot is initially for 24 months with an option to extend to 48 months · This Framework Agreement is initially for 24 months with an option to extend up to 48 months (Maximum duration of a 4 year Framework)Variant bids: not allowed
33160000 Operating techniques

What it takes to win
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How this buyer will score bids.

The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).

Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published; the tender pack may add more
How bids were scored · same split on all 3 lots
Quality: 50Social value: 10
Published sub-criteria (5)
  • Supply: 15
  • Support: 14
  • Training: 12
  • Warranty and Repairs: 9
  • Social Value: 10
Published award criteria (6)
  • Supply: 15
  • Support: 14
  • Training: 12
  • Warranty and Repairs: 9
  • Social Value: 10
  • Price: Financial 40
Conditions of participation2
  • Suitability

    Applicants should refer to II.2 of this Contract Notice for further details in respect of appointment to the individual Lots across the Framework Agreement.

    Applicants may bid for one, more than one or all of the Lots and Applicants should refer to the Invitation to Tender for more information in respect of this.

    The term of contracts formed under the Framework Agreement may continue beyond the end of the term of the Framework Agreement itself.

    NHS Supply Chain expects to provide successful Suppliers with the opportunity to offer additional savings to customers through the provision of discounted pricing, value added offerings and commitment initiatives.

    NHS Supply Chain will share savings information in order to assist its customers with making informed procurement decisions.

    NHS Supply Chain intends to enter into arrangements under which it will be entitled to purchase supplies and/or services which it will make available for purchase by 1) any NHS Trust; 2) any other NHS entity; 3) any government department, agency or other statutory body (for the avoidance of doubt including local authorities) and/or 4) any private sector entity active in the UK healthcare sector.

    The Framework Agreement will be between NHS Supply Chain and the Supplier, however 1) NHS Supply Chain, 2) any NHS Trust; 3) any other NHS entity; 4) any government department, agency or other statutory body and/or 5) any private sector entity active in the UK healthcare sector will be able to enter into a d…

  • Condition of participation
    no text published
    Minimum: Parent company or other guarantees may be required in certain circumstances. Further details will be in the tender documents.
What this means for your bid
  • “Robotic Surgical Equipment and Associated Accessories and Consumables” is a framework: the contest is a place on its panel, up to 6 suppliers, not a single contract.

Procedure terms & legal framework

From the official record · publisher note attached
Procedure method
Open procedure
Legal basis
CELEX · 32014L0024 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU)
Procurement category
Goods
Notice status
Awarded
Procurement threshold
Unspecified in notice
Regulatory regime
Standard
Commercial structure
Framework agreement
Who may use this agreement
Not stated in the notice; call-off rights may be limited to the establishing authority
Competition type
Competitive procedure
GPA / WTO covered
Yes (GPA)
Recurring procurement
Yes
First published
14 Feb 2023, 14:04 GMT
Last source update
2 Aug 2024, 14:40 BST
Award evaluation window
14 Mar 2023 – …
FTS notice number
2024/S 000-024327
Classification (CPV)
Medical equipmentsOperating techniquesSurgical instruments
Delivery area
UK
Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-03a58d Find a Tender
Contract terms
Electronic trading
e-invoicing allowed · electronic ordering · electronic payment
Performance terms

The Framework Agreement includes obligations with respect to environmental issues and a requirement for successful suppliers to comply with the NHS Supply Chain Code of Conduct.

Review and risk notes
Review procedure

Appeals to be logged in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended)

Publisher note: Submission of expression of interest and procurement specific information: This procurement exercise will be conducted on the NHS Supply Chain eProcurement Portal at https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com// Applicants wishing to be considered for this contract must register their expression of interest and provide additional procurement-specific information (if required) through the NHS Supply Chain eProcurement Portal as follows: Registration. 1. Use URL https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com// to access the NHS Supply Chain Procurement portal. 2. If not yet registered: — Click on the ‘Not Registered Yet’ link to access the registration page. — Complete the registration pages as guided by the mini guide found on the landing page. Portal access. If registration has been completed: — Login with URL https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com// . — Click on ITTs Open to All Suppliers. — Select from the following ITTs: ITT_1042 - Robotic Medical Equipment and Associated Accessories ITT_1043 - Lot 1 - Minimally Invasive Surgical Robotics ITT_1044 - Lot 2 - Neurological and Spinal Robots ITT_1045 - Lot 3 - Freestanding robotic arms Please note: you must respond to ITT_ 1042 In addition to any lots you intend to respond to. — Click on Express Interest. — If you intend to respond select Intend to Respond. Applicants are encouraged to download the supplier handbook located within the eProcurement portal by following the 'Supplier Help centre link within the Useful Links section of the Dashboard. For any technical help with the portal please contact: Tel: 0800 069 8630 or email: help_uk@jaggaer.com Please refer to Section III.1.1 for additional information.

How it was run

Official notice
Run through: Jaggaer · Who buys & how to bid on JAGGAER
Supplier login requiredLanguage: EN
Access & registration note: Free; latest Chrome/Edge/Firefox only — corporate browsers fail

Tender documents are also served through a separate tool: https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com// ↗

Appointment period ends
18 Mar 2024, 15:00 GMT
Submission channel
{"electronicSubmission","written"}
Accepted languages
en
Bid validity
360 days from the deadline
Bids opened
14 Mar 2023, 09:00 GMT
Detailed submission instructions & authority contactsFrom official release

nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com// ↗

Timeline

14 Mar 2023 → 2 Aug 2024 · 4 dates
  1. Bids opened
    14 Mar 2023, 09:00 GMT
  2. Next notice expected
    9 Oct 2023, 00:00 BST
  3. Admission / appointment period endsperiod end, not a bid countdown
    18 Mar 2024, 15:00 GMT
  4. Notice published
    2 Aug 2024, 14:40 BST

Notice history

7 events · 4 releases on Find a Tender · since 12 Feb 2024
  1. Status changed to active
    12 Feb 2024, 15:45 GMT
  2. Procurement method changed
    12 Feb 2024, 15:45 GMT
  3. Deadline published: 13 Mar 2024, 15:00 GMT
    12 Feb 2024, 15:45 GMT
  4. Buyer details updated
    12 Feb 2024, 15:45 GMT
  5. Deadline moved to 18 Mar 2024, 15:00 GMT
    13 Mar 2024, 10:44 GMT
    +5 days · was 13 Mar 2024, 15:00 GMT
  6. Status changed to complete
    2 Aug 2024, 14:40 BST
  7. Buyer details updated
    2 Aug 2024, 14:40 BST
Published amendments (1 · 1 deadline change)
WhenWhatBeforeAfterShift
—DeadlineIV.2.213 Mar 202418 Mar 2024+5 d
—Bid openingIV.2.714 Mar 202419 Mar 2024+5 d

1 amendment published without a description.

Routine re-releases (4)
  • 2023-02: 1 release · 14 Feb 2023

Commercial outcome & contract awards

Published awards, contracts and bid statistics, not a forecast
Suppliers appointed 8admitted to the panel · see the list ↓
Bids received 54 from SMEs · busiest of 3 lots
Contracts signed 3latest 31 May 2024

3 suppliers are admitted to this framework without individual award values or dates, see the supplier list below.

Contracts

  • Minimally Invasive Surgical Robotics

    Signed
    31 May 2024
    Value
    £192,000,000
    Status
    active

  • Neurological Robotics

    Signed
    31 May 2024
    Value
    £3,750,000
    Status
    active

  • Freestanding Robotic Arms

    Signed
    31 May 2024
    Value
    £5,350,000
    Status
    active

Bid statistics published by the authority

LotBidsSMEVCSEValid bid range
1 · Minimally Invasive Surgical Robotics4bids · 4 electronic · 4 from abroad1——
2 · Neurological Robotics3bids · 3 electronic · 3 from abroad1——
3 · Freestanding Robotic Arms5bids · 5 electronic · 5 from abroad4——

Contracting authority & participating public bodies

3 public bodies on the notice

NHS Supply Chain

Contracting authorityNHS & healthcareNational or federal agency/officeHealth 10881715 Wellington House, 133-155 Waterloo Road, London, London, SE1 8UGContact name, email

Consortium members and other public bodies

Dispute resolution & review bodies

  • Not ApplicableReview body Not Applicable

Framework contractors & participating bidders

8 commercial parties on the notice

Official documents & specifications

Official links; attachments are not copied

No document links were published on the notice.