With an aging population and more complex clinical conditions, the demand for orthotic services is increasing.
An estimated £220 million per annum is spent by the NHS on assistive technologies which include orthotics, audiology, community equipment, electronic assistive technology, telecare and prosthetics.
For patients, the correct supply and fitting of orthotic devices can be a major factor in the management of their condition, to improve the quality of life and the prevent future problems.
Being able to access the right orthotics equipment, quickly, and with appropriate support, is paramount for patients. Our Orthotics Products and Services including Prosthetic Services Framework Agreement allows for the provision of stock, modular and bespoke products. Plus, it offers a wraparound managed service lot which can be utilised in full or in part. The framework agreement has been awarded to a wide breadth of suppliers and is flexible to allow new products to be added which are within scope of the specification.
Framework Agreement Information
The framework agreement provides a compliant route to market for the procurement of orthotic products and services (including prosthetic services) to meet the current and future needs of the NHS.
What dates is the framework agreement active?
8 October 2023 – 08 October 2027
Who can take advantage of the framework agreement?
All NHS organisations in the UK
How was the framework agreement procured?
This framework agreement was procured in accordance with The Public Contracts Regulations (PCR) 2015. This framework agreement remains a compliant route to market under the new Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. If you have any questions, please contact the team.
Further competition and direct award
Via this framework agreement, you can run a further competition, or choose to direct award to a supplier in compliance with Regulation 33 of the Public Contracts Regulations.
How we can support?
We offer different levels of support, including SME advice and robust templates for you to easily run your own process, or additional support to design and run a further competition on your behalf.
How can I access the framework agreement?
Access framework agreement documentation via our Customer Framework Agreement Portal (CFAP)
The framework agreement has been structured in the following lots:
What are the benefits of using this framework agreement?
3D PRINTING
Innovation in manufacturing via 3D printing increases accuracy and reduces waste, promoting innovation and supporting achieving net zero.
SUPPORTS QUALITY OF LIFE
For patients, the correct supply and fitting of orthotic devices can be a major factor in the management of their condition to improve their quality of life and prevent future problems.
SUPPORTS COMMUNITY-BASED MODELS
Supports the ten year plan by enabling patients to be treated closer to home through community-based service models, rather than travelling to specialist hospitals.
REDUCES WAITING TIMES
Supports elective recovery and community care by helping to reduce waiting times for orthotic and prosthetic services.
SESSION FEES OFFERED INDEPENDENTLY
Session fees offered independently of any product commitment so customers don’t have to buy any products, but can still use the services.
ADAPTS TO PATIENT NEEDS
Delivers tailored patient care and faster treatment outcomes by offering clinicians immediate access to a broad spectrum of orthotic and prosthetic solutions – whether standard or custom-made. This flexibility ensures that services can be adapted to individual patient needs, reducing delays, improving mobility and rehabilitation, and supporting care closer to home.
Supplier Details
Strategic Procurement Support
If this framework agreement doesn’t cover the goods or services you require, or a framework agreement isn’t the optimal route to market for your needs, we can provide tailored strategic procurement support. Find out more here.
