Highlights
- The DPS has been awarded in compliance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and therefore all call-off agreements awarded under the DPS are also PCR15 compliant
- Free to access for all members and non-members across the NHS and other in-scope areas of the public sector
- Contract directly with the system vendor. The Non-Clinical Systems DPS has been designed to provide a compliant route direct to the supplier market. Suppliers with the capability to transact directly with the NHS and wider public sector can bid for a position on the DPS under their chosen categories, thereby reducing supply chain costs and improving supplier management outcomes
- Simple shortlisting and Supplier Sourcing Tool process. The DPS provides an online tool for the shortlisting of suppliers for your specific sub-category and requirements. This shortlist can then either be taken offline and suppliers invited to bid via your own procurement system.
- Allows for introduction of new suppliers and categories. The DPS is a flexible and fluid route to market as it allows new suppliers to bid and join throughout its lifespan. The DPS also allows for the introduction of new categories of system so it can evolve with changes in the technology market. If you wish to access a supplier or category that isn’t currently listed, please get in touch and we can consider this for inclusion.
Why this framework matters to you
This Framework Agreement was awarded under The Public Contract Regulations 2015 (PCR 2015).
A need has been identified through analysis of spend data for a route to market that allows the NHS and other public sector organisations to transact directly with vendors for Non-Clinical Systems.
A Non-Clinical Systems DPS has therefore been developed to meet this need and will deliver many benefits to the NHS and wider public sector.
The DPS is broken down into categories to help in sourcing a supplier that is capable of delivering your requirements.
Social Value forms part of the DPS and all suppliers have been evaluated on their offerings in this area, thereby streaming the call-off procedure and ensuring that your organisation meets its obligations in terms of delivering social value as part of a contract award.