Orthotics Products and Services
Introduction
The Orthotics Products and Services Framework, managed by NHS Shared Business Services, is a strategic procurement route designed to streamline access to a comprehensive range of orthotic and prosthetic products and services within the NHS. This framework is not a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) and is structured into distinct categories, known as lots, each addressing specific areas of need within orthotics and prosthetics. This framework is valid until 8th October 2027 and serves as a valuable tool for NHS organisations seeking to procure these specialised medical products and services efficiently.
Context & Use Case
The Orthotics Products and Services Framework addresses a critical need within the NHS for reliable, high-quality orthotic and prosthetic solutions. Orthotics and prosthetics play a vital role in patient care, aiding in rehabilitation, improving mobility, and enhancing the quality of life for patients with various medical conditions. NHS organisations utilise this framework to access a curated selection of products and services that meet stringent quality and compliance standards, ensuring that patients receive the best possible care.
Scope of Services
1. Lot 1: Orthotic Products - This lot encompasses a wide array of orthotic products for both the upper and lower body. It includes neuro, cervical, spinal, lower extremity, knee, hip, ankle, and footwear orthotics. Suppliers can offer standard stock as well as bespoke products tailored for adults and paediatric patients. 2. Lot 2: Orthotic Services - Managed services are a key feature of this lot, providing options that include clinicians, clinical sessions, and administrative staff. This ensures effective management of orders and stock, with additional services such as transport, training, decontamination, and repairs. 3. Lot 3: Prosthetic Services - Similar to Lot 2, this lot focuses on managed services for prosthetics, offering clinicians, clinical sessions, and administrative support. This includes comprehensive management of prosthetic orders and stock, alongside transport, training, decontamination, and repair services.
Who Can Apply
The framework is open to suppliers who specialise in orthotic and prosthetic products and services. Suitable suppliers would typically include manufacturers and service providers with experience in producing or managing bespoke and standard orthotic and prosthetic solutions. While this framework does not operate as a DPS, the structured lots allow for a focused procurement process, ensuring that suppliers with the right expertise can effectively contribute to the NHS's needs.
Buyer Benefits
Public sector buyers, particularly within the NHS, benefit from using this framework through streamlined procurement processes that ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The framework facilitates a faster route to market, reducing the time and resources needed to procure vital medical supplies and services. It also fosters competition among suppliers, encouraging innovation and potentially leading to cost savings and improved service quality.
Lots
Lot 1: Orthotic Products Upper body including neuro, limbs, cervical, and spinal. Lower body including lower extremity, knee, hip, limbs, ankle, and footwear. Standard stock and bespoke products, adults and paediatric. Lot 2: Orthotic Services Managed services options including clinicians, clinical sessions, and administrative staff. Effective management of orders and stock. Transport, training, decontamination, and repairs. Lot 3: Prosthetic Services Managed services options including clinicians, clinical sessions, and administrative staff. Effective management of orders and stock. Transport, training, decontamination, and repairs.
Next Steps
Suppliers interested in participating in the Orthotics Products and Services Framework should carefully review the specific requirements and criteria for each lot. It is advisable to contact NHS Shared Business Services directly to gain a thorough understanding of the framework's scope and application process.
How Biddable Can Help
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