NHS Supply Chain intends to launch a National Framework Agreement for the provision of the following types of Monitoring Systems: Spot Check, Vital Signs, Pre-Hospital Transport, Magnetic Resonance Imaging Compatible, Central Station, Telemetry, Foetal, Cardiac Output, Electroencephalograph and Electromyography and Transfer (individual patient modular monitor).Please note that this framework will not cover the purchase of consumables alone.

For the avoidance of doubt consumables will only be in scope of the proposed Framework if purchased alongside the types of equipment, as stated in any subsequent specification.

It is anticipated that initial expenditure will be in the region of £166 million in the first 24 months of this Framework Agreement, however this is approximate only and the values may vary depending on the requirements of those bodies purchasing under the Framework Agreement.

The estimated value over the total Framework Agreement term of 48 months is £332 million.