Summary

OCID:: ocds-kuma6s-128764
Published by:: NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)
Authority ID:: AA0221
Publication date:: 10 February 2023
Deadline date:: -
Notice type:: 01 Prior Information Notice (PIN)
Has documents:: Yes
Has SPD:: No
Has Carbon Reduction Plan:: No

Abstract

Due to Health & Safety risks and the time taken to decontaminate using the existing Hydrogen Peroxide Vapour (HPV) systems, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is looking to transition to an alternative method of decontamination using Hypochlorous Acid (HOCL) for Domestic Services pan-BCUHB. The Health Board is seeking to purchase eight large Hypochlorous Acid (HOCL) based acid misting units. The machine must be compatible for use within a clinical healthcare environment, using a stable Hypochlorous Acid that meets the required UK regulations. CPV: 42924720, 33191000, 39330000.

Full notice text

Prior information notice

This notice is for prior information only

Section I: Contracting authority

I.1) Name and addresses

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)

Alder House, Alder Court, St Asaph Business Park

St Asaph

LL17 0JL

Telephone: +44 1745366801

E-mail: Casey.Chapman@wales.nhs.uk

NUTS: UK

Internet address(es)

Main address: http://nwssp.nhs.wales/ourservices/procurement-services/

Address of the buyer profile: https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0221

I.3) Communication

Additional information can be obtained from the abovementioned address

I.4) Type of the contracting authority

Body governed by public law

I.5) Main activity

Health

Section II: Object

II.1) Scope of the procurement

II.1.1) Title

Purchase of Hypochlorous Acid (HOCL) Misting Units - Decontamination Equipment

II.1.2) Main CPV code

42924720

II.1.3) Type of contract

Supplies

II.1.4) Short description

The Health Board is seeking to purchase eight large Hypochlorous Acid (HOCL) based acid misting units. The machine must be compatible for use within a clinical healthcare environment, using a stable Hypochlorous Acid that meets the required UK regulations.

II.1.5) Estimated total value

Value excluding VAT: 80 000.00 GBP

II.1.6) Information about lots

This contract is divided into lots: No

II.2) Description

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

33191000

39330000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKL13

UKL12

UKL23

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Misting Unit Requirements:

Misting rate - 60ml/min

Size of mister – approx. 35x35x73cm

Capacity - 4L

To produce a dry mist of under 5microns

Machine/Equipment must be able to disperse a vapour with minimum coverage of a six bed hospital bay (approximately, 200 cubic metres) which can be remotely activated from outside the room.

Machine/Equipment must have an Aeration Unit to disperse vapour within non-vented areas.

Machine/Equipment must be easy cleanable with a build quality which is fit for use within a clinical environment.

Machine/Equipment must be easy to handle for one person, on its own trolley system, which is compatible for movement on internal & external surfaces.

Machine/equipment must have a minimum of 12 months warranty with technical support/site response within 24 hours.

Machine/equipment must be supplied with vent & smoke detection covers.

Solution/product used must have proven stability for a period of 12 months and meet the required UK regulations for use in a clinical environment. Evidence of Registration required.

Solution/product must be supplied in 5 litre containers.

The machine and solution must have been tested and validated within a real-time, clinical setting through an independent registered laboratory.

A minimum of one NHS Healthcare reference site who are actively using the machine/equipment and solution must be provided as part of the response.

II.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice:

22/02/2023

Section IV: Procedure

IV.1) Description

IV.1.8) Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)

The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes

Section VI: Complementary information

VI.3) Additional information

NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at http://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=128764.

(WA Ref:128764)

VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice

10/02/2023

Coding

Commodity categories

ID	Title	Parent category
42924720	Decontamination equipment	Machinery for cleaning bottles, packing and weighing and spraying machinery
39330000	Disinfection equipment	Miscellaneous equipment
33191000	Sterilisation, disinfection and hygiene devices	Miscellaneous medical devices and products

Delivery locations

ID	Description
1013	Conwy and Denbighshire
1023	Flintshire and Wrexham
1012	Gwynedd

Alert region restrictions

The buyer has restricted the alert for this notice to suppliers based in the following regions.

ID	Description
There are no alert restrictions for this notice.

About the buyer

Main contact:: Casey.Chapman@wales.nhs.uk
Admin contact:: N/a
Technical contact:: N/a
Other contact:: N/a

Further information

Date	Details
17/02/2023 09:51	ADDED FILE: Deadline - Purchase of Hypochlorous Acid (HOCL) Misting Units - Decontamination Equipment Deadline Info - Please read.

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