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Clinical & Sharps Waste Management

SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LIMITED · Tender notice on Find a Tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 23 Sept 2026, 18:37.

Opportunity overview

Supply Chain Coordination Limited (“NHS Supply Chain”) is establishing a Framework for Clinical & Sharps Waste Management. The Framework covers a wide variety of products and services. Please review the specific Lot information further down this notice regarding which products are covered under which Lot. The Lot structure is as follows: Lot 1: Plastic Clinical & Sharps Containers Lot 2: Non Plastic Clinical & Sharps Containers Lot 3: Lead Liners Lot 4: Sharps Pads & Associated Products Lot 5: Services (Reusable Clinical & Sharps end to end, Waste collection & Waste Collection & recovery) For this tender, the following requirements will apply: • ISO Certification: Tenderers must have ISO 9001: 2015 or ISO 13485:2016 or Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) certification accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) (or international equivalent) to cover all segments of the Tenderer’s and the product’s supply chain. This should include, but not be limited to, sales, manufacturing, storage and distribution ('ISO Certification') Link for acceptable UKAS alternatives https://iaf.nu/en/accreditation-bodies/ • CE Certification and Declaration of Conformity certificates are required where applicable to be presented at submission stage of the tender. • Modern Slavery for Tenderers that have an annual turnover of at least £36 million must have a link to their modern slavery statement on their website • Modern Slavery Assessment Tool (MSAT) Tenderers must have a score of 41% or above within 12 months prior to the Tender Close Date and shared with NHS Supply Chain Coordination via the share function on the SRS Portal: https://supplierregistration.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/login • Evergreen Sustainable Supplier Assessment – Tenderers will need to have completed the assessment and achieved ‘Level One’ or above within 12 months prior to the Tender Close Date. Link for instructions and access for this assessment: https://www.england.nhs.uk/nhs-commercial/central-commercial-function-ccf/evergreen/ • Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP): Tenderers must have a valid CRP link on their website that meets the requirements of PPN 006 as outlined in the PPN, OR Where Supplier has no website, the CRP is provided in PDF format that meets the requirements of PPN 006 as outlined in the PPN, OR Excused in exceptional circumstances. • Cyber Security: If you handle patient or personal data, or provide any IT systems, services, or devices you will need to have a Cyber Security Essentials Plus Certificate.

Classification

  • CPV33140000 — Medical consumables
  • CPV33141000 — Disposable non-chemical medical consumables and haematological consumables
  • CPV33141123 — Sharps containers
  • CPV33141124 — Sharps pads
  • CPV33190000 — Miscellaneous medical devices and products
  • CPV34928480 — Waste and rubbish containers and bins
  • CPV44613800 — Containers for waste material
  • CPV44619000 — Other containers
  • CPV90524100 — Clinical-waste collection services
  • CPV90524200 — Clinical-waste disposal services
  • CPV90524300 — Removal services of biological waste
  • CPV90524400 — Collection, transport and disposal of hospital waste

Lots

  • Plastic Clinical & Sharps Containers£48.9m
  • Non Plastic Clinical & Sharps Containers£11.5m
  • Lead Liners£21.9m
  • Sharps Pads & Associated Products£7.7m
  • Services (Reusable Clinical & Sharps end to end, Waste collection & Waste Collection & recovery)£174.2m

Documents and notices

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
Project_1716
Status
active
Procurement Method
open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Main Procurement Category
goods
Above Threshold
Yes
How to submit
The Framework Agreement will be between NHS Supply Chain and the Tenderer, 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 direct contract with the Tenderer for any of the supplies and/or services under the Framework. Electronic ordering will be used and electronic invoicing will be accepted and electronic payment will be used. For the avoidance of doubt, and notwithstanding the estimate indicated within the scope, NHS Supply Chain does not guarantee any level of purchase through the framework and advises Tenderers that the framework shall be established on a non-exclusive basis. Tenders and all supporting documentation for the contract must be priced in sterling and written in English. Any agreement entered into will be considered a contract made in England according to English law and will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts. NHS Supply Chain is not liable for any costs (including any third party costs fees or expenses incurred by those expressing an interest, participating or tendering for this contract opportunity. NHS Supply Chain reserves the right to terminate the procurement process (or part of it), to change the basis of and the procedures for the procurement process at any time, or to procure the subject matter of the contract by alternative means if it appears that it can be more advantageously procured by alternative means. The most economically advantageous or any tender will not automatically be accepted. All communications must be made through NHS Supply Chain's eTendering portal at https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com// using the Message Centre facility linked to this particular contract notice. INSTRUCTIONS FOR REGISTRATION AND PORTAL ACCESS Submission of expression of interest and procurement specific information: This procurement exercise will be conducted on the NHS Supply Chain eTendering portal at: https://nhssupplychain.app.jaggaer.com// Suppliers 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 eTendering 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_2281- Procurement Specific Questionnaire All Lots ITT_2282 - Lot 1 - Plastic Clinical & Sharps Containers ITT_2284 - Lot 2 - Non Plastic Clinical & Sharps Containers ITT_2285 - Lot 3 - Lead Liners ITT_2286 - Lot 4 - Sharps Pads & Associated Products ITT_2287 - Lot 5 - Services (Reusable Clinical & Sharps end to end, Waste collection & Waste Collection & recovery) — Click on 'Express Interest' — Read' Information' dialogue box then 'Confirm' IMPORTANT: Please note you MUST respond to ITT_2281, AND one/or all Lot specific ITT's. Suppliers are strongly advised to read all of the tender documentation provided thoroughly to know how to submit a fully compliant Tender before the submission deadline. Suppliers are encouraged to download the supplier handbook located within the eProcurement portal by following the 'Supplier Helpcentre' link within the Useful Links section of the Dashboard. For any technical help with the portal please contact: Tel: 0800 069 8630 or via Request Assistance/Live Chat Please refer to Section III.1.1 for additional information All tender submissions must be submitted online via the Jaggaer Qualification, Technical and Commercial Envelopes in compliance with the published tender documentation. Tenders submitted by any other means than the eProcurement Portal response envelopes will not be accepted.

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Covered By

GPA

Techniques

Has Framework Agreement
Yes

Framework Agreement

Method
withoutReopeningCompetition
Type
closed
Description
NHS Supply Chain intends to launch a National Framework Agreement for the provision of Clinical and Sharps Waste Management, that includes the following: Clinical and Sharps Bins for single use and Accessories, Re usable Clinical and Sharps Bins Service and Accessories, Waste Management Services for Clinical and Heathcare waste, Clinical Waste Lead Liners (Radioactive Waste Containment), Sterile Single‑Use Sharps Pads & Needle Accounting Systems, Needle Disposal. It is anticipated that in the first 12 months of the Framework Agreement the value of purchases will be circa £72,060,000 (including VAT) however this is approximate only and may vary depending on requirements of bodies purchasing under the Framework. The Framework Agreement between NHS Supply Chain and successful Tenderers will reserve the right to purchase the same or similar supplies from Tenderers not appointed to the Framework at its sole discretion. For Goods/Services ordered via the Transacted Routes of Supply as set out in the Framework Agreement Award Pack, only the Authority will be entitled to place Orders which it will then 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; and For Goods/Services ordered via the Direct Route of Supply as set out in the Framework Agreement Award Pack, the following Participating Authorities are entitled to place Orders: 1) the Authority; 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. The Authority wishes to reserve the right to modify the Framework Agreement in accordance with Section 74 and Schedule 8, Para 1 of the Act (possibility of the modification is unambiguously provided for in the contract) to permit Range Extensions. Please refer to the Invitation to Tender and clause 21.2 of Schedule 2 of the Framework Agreement for further details. Following establishment of this Framework Agreement, Call‑off Contracts may be awarded via an Electronic Auction conducted as part of a Reopening Competition Process among Framework Suppliers. Please refer to the tender documents for any further details.

Submission terms

Electronic Submission Policy
allowed

Languages

en

Tender Period

Ends
21 Sept 2026, 15:00

Enquiry period

Ends
7 Sept 2026, 15:00

Expected award period

Ends
23 Apr 2027, 23:59

Amendments

Entry 1
Description
UPDATE 11/09/2026 The tender submission deadline has been extended from 14/09/2026 to 21/09/2026. The tender submission deadline has been extended as outlined below. Within the Submission section of this notice, the following updates have been made: The tender submission deadline has been extended from 07/09/2026 to 14/09/2026. The enquiry deadline has been extended from 01/09/2026 to 07/09/2026. The following CPV code has been added to Lot 1. 44613800
Id
086377-2026

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Title
Plastic Clinical & Sharps Containers
Description
Single Use and Recoverable/ Multi Use Polypropylene Sharps Containers: Rigid, puncture‑resistant medical waste containers specifically engineered for the safe disposal of needles, scalpels, lancets, and other sharp medical instruments. Single Use and Recoverable/ Multi Use Polypropylene Clinical Waste Containers: Durable, hygienic, and lightweight containment solutions designed for the safe collection, storage, and transportation of clinical, hospital, toxic, and general medical waste.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
58,623,165
Amount
48,852,637
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
VBP Domain 3: Patient and staff – 3.4 Reducing the risk of harm (Staff)

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
20
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
VBP Domain 4: Supply chain – 4.1 Circular

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
20
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
VBP Domain 4: Supply chain – 4.4 Risk

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 4
Type
quality
Name
VBP Domain 5: Purpose – 5.3

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 5
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 6
Type
price
Name
Financial

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
economic
Description
The Contracting Authority reserves the right to require groupings of entities to take a particular form, or to require one party to undertake primary legal liability or to require that each party undertakes joint and several liability.

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
23 Oct 2027, 00:00
Ends
22 Oct 2029, 23:59
Max Extent Date
22 Oct 2031, 23:59

Renewal

Description
There will be an option to extend the Framework for up to 2 years if the extension period will be utilised
Entry 2
Id
2
Title
Non Plastic Clinical & Sharps Containers
Description
Single Use Non-plastic Based Sharps Containers: Rigid, puncture‑resistant medical waste containers specifically engineered for the safe disposal of needles, scalpels, lancets, and other sharp medical instruments. Single Use Non-plastic Based Clinical Waste Containers: Durable, hygienic, and lightweight containment solutions designed for the safe collection, storage, and transportation of clinical, hospital, toxic, and general medical waste.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
13,802,400
Amount
11,502,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
VBP Domain 3: Patient and staff – 3.4 Reducing the risk of harm (Staff)

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
20
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
VBP Domain 4: Supply chain – 4.1 Circular

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
20
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
VBP Domain 4: Supply chain – 4.4 Risk

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 4
Type
quality
Name
VBP Domain 5: Purpose – 5.3

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 5
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 6
Type
price
Name
Financial

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
economic
Description
The Contracting Authority reserves the right to require groupings of entities to take a particular form, or to require one party to undertake primary legal liability or to require that each party undertakes joint and several liability.

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
23 Oct 2027, 00:00
Ends
22 Oct 2029, 23:59
Max Extent Date
22 Oct 2031, 23:59

Renewal

Description
There will be an option to extend the Framework for up to 2 years if the extension period will be utilised
Entry 3
Id
3
Title
Lead Liners
Description
Lead liners are heavy-duty internal linings or inserts used within clinical waste containers to provide enhanced protection when handling hazardous, high-risk, or radioactive waste materials. Made from lead or lead-composite materials, they offer high-density shielding, helping to contain harmful substances and prevent exposure.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
26,220,000
Amount
21,850,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
VBP Domain 3: Patient and staff – 3.4 Reducing the risk of harm (Staff)

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
20
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
VBP Domain 5: Purpose – 5.3

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
VBP Domain 5: Purpose – 5.4

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
20
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 4
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 5
Type
price
Name
Financial

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
40
Weight
percentageExact

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
economic
Description
The Contracting Authority reserves the right to require groupings of entities to take a particular form, or to require one party to undertake primary legal liability or to require that each party undertakes joint and several liability.

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
23 Oct 2027, 00:00
Ends
22 Oct 2029, 23:59
Max Extent Date
22 Oct 2031, 23:59

Renewal

Description
There will be an option to extend the Framework for up to 2 years if the extension period will be utilised
Entry 4
Id
4
Title
Sharps Pads & Associated Products
Description
Plastic Containers for Contaminated Swabs: Specialized, leak‑proof, and securely closable containers designed to safely collect, count and contain swabs that have been exposed to bodily fluids, pathogens, or chemical agents during medical procedures. Plastic Bags for Contaminated Swabs: leak‑proof, durable, and clearly labelled biohazard bags designed for the safe containment , counting and segregation of swabs that have been exposed to bodily fluids, pathogens, or diagnostic materials. Sharps Pads: Single-use absorbent pads providing a safe, stable surface for handling, counting and disposing of contaminated sharps in healthcare settings. Sharps Boxes: Rigid, puncture‑resistant, leak‑proof containers for the safe handling, counting & disposal of medical sharps. Needle Removal/ Deactivation Devices Specialist safety tools for the safe handling and disposal of used needles and sharps, enabling quick removal, deactivation, and containment to reduce needlestick injuries and cross-contamination.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
9,216,600
Amount
7,680,500
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
VBP Domain 3: Patient and staff – 3.3 Reducing the risk of harm (Patients)

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
15
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
VBP Domain 3: Patient and staff – 3.4 Reducing the risk of harm (Staff)

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
15
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
VBP Domain 4: Supply chain – 4.4 Risk

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 4
Type
quality
Name
VBP Domain 5: Purpose – 5.3

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 5
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 6
Type
price
Name
Financial

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
40
Weight
percentageExact

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
economic
Description
The Contracting Authority reserves the right to require groupings of entities to take a particular form, or to require one party to undertake primary legal liability or to require that each party undertakes joint and several liability.

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
23 Oct 2027, 00:00
Ends
22 Oct 2029, 23:59
Max Extent Date
22 Oct 2031, 23:59

Renewal

Description
There will be an option to extend the Framework for up to 2 years if the extension period will be utilised
Entry 5
Id
5
Title
Services (Reusable Clinical & Sharps end to end, Waste collection & Waste Collection & recovery)
Description
Polypropylene Sharps Containers: Rigid, puncture‑resistant medical waste containers specifically engineered for the safe disposal of needles, scalpels, lancets, and other sharp medical instruments. Polypropylene Clinical Waste Containers: Durable, hygienic, and lightweight containment solutions designed for the safe collection, storage, and transportation of clinical, hospital, toxic, and general medical waste.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
209,036,835
Amount
174,197,363
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
VBP Domain 2: Productivity - 2.2 (Hospital)

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
VBP Domain 3: Patient and staff – 3.4 Reducing the risk of harm (Staff)

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
15
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
VBP Domain 4: Supply chain – 4.1 Circular

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
15
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 4
Type
quality
Name
VBP Domain 4: Supply chain – 4.4 Risk

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 5
Type
quality
Name
VBP Domain 5: Purpose – 5.3

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
5
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 6
Type
quality
Name
VBP Domain 5: Purpose – 5.4

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
5
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 7
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 8
Type
price
Name
Financial

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
economic
Description
The Contracting Authority reserves the right to require groupings of entities to take a particular form, or to require one party to undertake primary legal liability or to require that each party undertakes joint and several liability.

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
23 Oct 2027, 00:00
Ends
22 Oct 2029, 23:59
Max Extent Date
22 Oct 2031, 23:59

Renewal

Description
There will be an option to extend the Framework for up to 2 years if the extension period will be utilised

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
33140000
Description
Medical consumables
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
33141123
Description
Sharps containers
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
33190000
Description
Miscellaneous medical devices and products
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
33141000
Description
Disposable non-chemical medical consumables and haematological consumables
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
44619000
Description
Other containers
Entry 6
Scheme
CPV
Id
44613800
Description
Containers for waste material

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 2
Id
2
Related Lot
2

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
33140000
Description
Medical consumables
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
44613800
Description
Containers for waste material
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
33190000
Description
Miscellaneous medical devices and products
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
33141123
Description
Sharps containers

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 3
Id
3
Related Lot
3

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
44613800
Description
Containers for waste material
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
34928480
Description
Waste and rubbish containers and bins

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 4
Id
4
Related Lot
4

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
33140000
Description
Medical consumables
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
44613800
Description
Containers for waste material
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
33190000
Description
Miscellaneous medical devices and products
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
33141000
Description
Disposable non-chemical medical consumables and haematological consumables
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
33141124
Description
Sharps pads

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 5
Id
5
Related Lot
5

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
90524100
Description
Clinical-waste collection services
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
90524200
Description
Clinical-waste disposal services
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
90524300
Description
Removal services of biological waste
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
90524400
Description
Collection, transport and disposal of hospital waste

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom

Published documents

Entry 1
Id
conflictOfInterest
Document Type
conflictOfInterest
Description
Not published
Entry 2
Id
086377-2026
Document Type
tenderNotice
Notice Type
UK4
Description
Tender notice on Find a Tender
Published
11 Sept 2026, 12:28
Format
text/html

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Name
SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION LIMITED
Id
GB-PPON-PLLH-1887-BMRL

Identifier

Scheme
GB-PPON
Id
PLLH-1887-BMRL

Address

Street Address
Wellington House, 133-155 Waterloo Road
Locality
London
Postal Code
SE1 8UG
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Region
UKI45

Contact

Roles

buyer

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
UK_CA_TYPE
Id
publicAuthoritySubCentralGovernment
Description
Public authority - sub-central government

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · London · UKI45 · SE1 8UG · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UK · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

5 published notice versions reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

5 VERSIONS
  1. 010612-2026Pipeline notice on Find a Tender ·
  2. 010623-2026Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ·
  3. 077334-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·
  4. 080300-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·
  5. 086377-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·