Decontamination Consumables

For the supply of consumables that support the end-to-end decontamination process of medical devices including endoscopes, probes and instruments.
Important note: As part of this procurement, we are considering the alignment of two existing NHS Supply Chain framework agreements. Tray Wrap and Sterilisation Products and Instrument Decontamination and Accessories. The scope of the new framework, Decontamination Consumables will consider the alignment of these two existing framework agreements so is anticipated to include, but not limited to,
- Automated disinfectants and detergents (used in endoscopy and sterile services equipment such as Endoscope Washer Disinfector, Washer Disinfector, Trolley Washer, Ultra Sonic Cleaner)
- Manual detergents (used in endoscopy and sterile services for manual pre clean at the sink)
- Endoscope Bedside preclean Kits (for the initial flush of endoscope channels immediately after patient use)
- Probe wipes and foams (where the primary intended use is for the high level decontamination of semi-critical medical devices including probes and decontamination of skin surface probes)
- Cleaning, disinfection and sterilization assurance products (protein and chemical residual test, bowie dick, sterilization tape)
- Storage and transportation bags and liners
- Storage and transportation carts and trollies
- Tray wrap and tray liners
- Sterilization bags, reels and pouches
- Valve baskets (These are intended for securing the detachable parts of an endoscope during decontamination and storage.)
- Ongoing consumables for endoscopy and centralised decontamination capital equipment (Endoscope Washer Disinfector, Washer Disinfector, Trolley Washer, Ultra Sonic Cleaner, Porous Load Steriliser, Low Temp Steriliser, Pathology Autoclave for example)
Through this engagement we are seeking to understand how the market can provide such consumables, alongside opportunities for standardisation, innovation and sustainability improvements....