Medical Gases in Cylinders (Ambulance) (Ref: 2021/S 000-005247)

The Medical Gases market is niche with very few suppliers who are regulated and need to hold a licence to trade in this market. The products are the supply of portable or vehicle mounted cylinders which are critical to the immediate treatment of patients who require either an Ambulance or Paramedic. They are usually different in size and volume to those found in Acute Hospitals.

• Competitive pricing linked to an aggregated collaborative approach; suppliers give discounts based on number of Trusts serviced
• Compliant route to market for Medical Gases
• Comparison tool of benefits by supplier
• Prices fixed for first 2 years
• Robust call-off procedure and Management data to support improved contract and market management
• Ensure conformity with health, safety, and environmental protection standards for all products

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