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Purchase of Orthopaedic Trauma & Extremity Implants & Consumables

Awarded to Acumed Ltd, Adler Ortho UK Limited, Arthrex LTD +24 more

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)(buyer)

Published
Published 29 May 2025
Deadline
Closed 24 July 2025

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Overview

NHS National Services Scotland procured orthopaedic trauma and extremity implants and consumables for all NHS Scotland health boards and integrated joint boards. The contract, valued at £1.155 billion, was awarded on 2 October 2025 to 25 suppliers including Stryker, Smith & Nephew, Johnson & Johnson Medical, Arthrex, and others.

Contracting authority

  • The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)

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    Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Lots (21)

  • Reverse Stem Total Shoulder Replacement - Ceiling Price Applies

    We require all implants and consumables for use in NHSS Reverse Stem Total Shoulder Replacement invasive surgical procedures. These will be used in an acute setting across NHSS by suitably trained personnel. Lot 1 should include only those products relevant to a Reverse Stem Total Shoulder Replacement i.e. a Glenoid component, a Glenosphere component, a Humeral Stem component, a Humeral plate/tray component, a metaphyseal component and appropriate locking screw(s), the combined value of which should not exceed GBP 3,200 non commitment price.

    Won by Arthrex LTDWon by Enovis Surgical GB LtdWon by Exactech UK LTDWon by STRYKERWon by Biomet UK LtdWon by JRI Orthopaedics
  • Elbow, Wrist & Hand products

    We require all implants and consumables for use in NHSS Elbow, Wrist & Hand invasive surgical procedures. These will be used in an acute setting across NHSS by suitably trained personnel. Lot 10 should include only those products relevant to Elbow, Wrist & Hand procedures.

    Won by Acumed LtdWon by Arthrex LTDWon by Enovis Surgical GB LtdWon by Hospital InnovationWon by STRYKERWon by Biomet UK LtdWon by TJ Smith and Nephew Ltd (Trading as Smith & Nephew)Won by Johnson & Johnson Medical LtdWon by Joint Operations (UK) LLPWon by KLS MARTIN UKWon by Lavender MedicalWon by Medartis LtdWon by Osteotec Limited
  • Shoulder & Clavicle products

    We require all implants and consumables for use in NHSS Shoulder & Clavicle invasive surgical procedures. These will be used in an acute setting across NHSS by suitably trained personnel. Lot 11 should include only those products relevant to Shoulder & Clavicle procedures.

    Won by Acumed LtdWon by Adler Ortho UK LimitedWon by Arthrex LTDWon by Enovis Surgical GB LtdWon by Exactech UK LTDWon by Hospital InnovationWon by Ideal MedWon by STRYKERWon by Biomet UK LtdWon by TJ Smith and Nephew Ltd (Trading as Smith & Nephew)Won by Johnson & Johnson Medical LtdWon by Joint Operations (UK) LLPWon by KLS MARTIN UKWon by LockDown Medical LtdWon by Medartis LtdWon by Osteotec Limited
  • Tibia & Femur products

    We require all implants and consumables for use in NHSS Tibia & Femur invasive surgical procedures. These will be used in an acute setting across NHSS by suitably trained personnel. Lot 12 should include only those products relevant to Tibia & Femur procedures.

    Won by Adler Ortho UK LimitedWon by Arthrex LTDWon by Hospital InnovationWon by Ideal MedWon by STRYKERWon by Biomet UK LtdWon by TJ Smith and Nephew Ltd (Trading as Smith & Nephew)Won by Johnson & Johnson Medical LtdWon by Joint Operations (UK) LLPWon by Lavender MedicalWon by Orthofix LtdWon by Summit Medical Limited
  • Pelvis & Hip & Torso products

    We require all implants and consumables for use in NHSS Pelvis, Hip & Torso invasive surgical procedures. These will be used in an acute setting across NHSS by suitably trained personnel. Lot 13 should include only those products relevant to Pelvis, Hip & Torso procedures.

    Won by Adler Ortho UK LimitedWon by Hospital InnovationWon by STRYKERWon by Biomet UK LtdWon by TJ Smith and Nephew Ltd (Trading as Smith & Nephew)Won by Johnson & Johnson Medical LtdWon by JRI OrthopaedicsWon by KLS MARTIN UKWon by Summit Medical Limited
  • Foot & Ankle products

    We require all implants and consumables for use in NHSS Foot & Ankle invasive surgical procedures. These will be used in an acute setting across NHSS by suitably trained personnel. Lot 14 should include only those products relevant to Foot & Ankle procedures.

    Won by Acumed LtdWon by Arthrex LTDWon by Exactech UK LTDWon by Hospital InnovationWon by STRYKERWon by Biomet UK LtdWon by TJ Smith and Nephew Ltd (Trading as Smith & Nephew)Won by Johnson & Johnson Medical LtdWon by Joint Operations (UK) LLPWon by KLS MARTIN UKWon by Lavender MedicalWon by Link Orthopaedics UK LtdWon by Medartis LtdWon by Orthofix LtdWon by OrthoSolutions UK LtdWon by Osteotec LimitedWon by Orthohouse UK
  • External Fixation products

    We require all implants and consumables for use in NHSS External Fixation surgical procedures. These will be used in an acute setting across NHSS by suitably trained personnel. Lot 15 should include only those products relevant to External Fixation procedures.

    Won by Acumed LtdWon by Ideal MedWon by STRYKERWon by TJ Smith and Nephew Ltd (Trading as Smith & Nephew)Won by Johnson & Johnson Medical LtdWon by Lavender MedicalWon by Orthofix LtdWon by Orthomotion Medical Ltd
  • Universal Pins, Screws & Plates

    We require all implants and consumables for use in NHSS Trauma & Extremity surgical procedures. These will be used in an acute setting across NHSS by suitably trained personnel. Lot 16 should include only those Pins, Screws, plates and consumable products which are of universal use in more than one of the previous Lots 9-15 procedures.

    Won by Acumed LtdWon by Arthrex LTDWon by STRYKERWon by Biomet UK LtdWon by Johnson & Johnson Medical LtdWon by Medartis LtdWon by Orthofix LtdWon by Osteotec LimitedWon by Surgical Holdings
  • Bone Graft & Biomaterials

    We require bone graft and biomaterials for use in NHSS Trauma & Extremity surgical procedures. These will be used in an acute setting across NHSS by suitably trained personnel. Lot 17 should include any bone graft &/or Biomaterial products which are of use in Trauma and/or Extremity procedures.

    Won by Acumed LtdWon by Adler Ortho UK LimitedWon by Arthrex LTDWon by Bone support ltdWon by Cenobiologics LtdWon by Exactech UK LTDWon by Hospital InnovationWon by STRYKERWon by Biomet UK LtdWon by Johnson & Johnson Medical LtdWon by Joint Operations (UK) LLPWon by JRI OrthopaedicsWon by KLS MARTIN UKWon by Link Orthopaedics UK LtdWon by Orthofix LtdWon by Osteotec LimitedWon by Orthohouse UK
  • 3D Printed/ Custom items - Unscored Lot

    We require products related to use in NHSS Orthopaedic Trauma & Extremity invasive surgical procedures. These will be used in an acute setting across NHSS by suitably trained personnel. Products intended to be bid here should include any 3D Printed or customised item specific to a patient related to the overall remit of the Framework but which cannot be included within any other specific Lot. Products to be included here may be bespoke and custom, but should be able to be catalogued by unique part number and corresponding description. Catalogued items should be able to be purchased on a repeatable basis. e.g. P/N abc123 - base material costs + P/N def456/7/8 - Customisation fee s/m/l or similar. For the avoidance of doubt, no product should be tendered here which can only be priced once case specifics are known. PLEASE NOTE: This is an Unscored Lot. Boards will use the information provided here by all awarded suppliers to assess their local clinical requirements and decide who to commit to.

    Won by Acumed LtdWon by Adler Ortho UK LimitedWon by Cenobiologics LtdWon by Hospital InnovationWon by Ideal MedWon by STRYKERWon by Biomet UK LtdWon by Johnson & Johnson Medical LtdWon by Joint Operations (UK) LLPWon by KLS MARTIN UKWon by OrthoSolutions UK LtdWon by Lavender Medical
  • Other items not covered by previous lots -Unscored Lot

    We require products related to use in NHSS Orthopaedic Trauma & Extremity invasive surgical procedures. These will be used in an acute setting across NHSS by suitably trained personnel. Products intended to be bid here should include any item related to the overall remit of the Framework but which cannot be included within any specific Lot. For absolute clarity, no item included here should be present in your bid for any other Lot, and priority should be given to inclusion in defined lots where possible. PLEASE NOTE: This is an Unscored Lot. Boards will use the information provided here by all awarded suppliers to assess their local clinical requirements and decide who to commit to. "

    Won by Enovis Surgical GB LtdWon by Hospital InnovationWon by Ideal MedWon by STRYKERWon by Biomet UK LtdWon by TJ Smith and Nephew Ltd (Trading as Smith & Nephew)Won by Johnson & Johnson Medical LtdWon by KLS MARTIN UKWon by Link Orthopaedics UK LtdWon by Medartis LtdWon by Orthofix LtdWon by OrthoSolutions UK LtdWon by Summit Medical LimitedWon by Arthrex LTD
  • Dynamic Hip Screw - Ceiling Price Applies

    We require all implants and consumables for use in NHSS Dynamic Hip Screw invasive surgical procedures. These will be used in an acute setting across NHSS by suitably trained personnel. Lot 2 should include only those products relevant to a Dynamic Hip Screw Procedure i.e. a DHS Plate, and appropriate screw(s), guide wire(s) and drill(s) to complete the procedure, the combined value of which should not exceed GBP 140

    Won by STRYKERWon by Biomet UK LtdWon by TJ Smith and Nephew Ltd (Trading as Smith & Nephew)
  • Combination Lot - Unscored

    We require Orthopaedic Implants for use in NHSS Trauma & Extremity invasive surgical procedures. These will be used in an acute setting across NHSS by suitably trained personnel. Bidders are requested to submit bids for combinations of Trauma & Extremities products, as previously tendered in Lots 1-19, with additional discounts in return for additional combined market share commitment from the Health Boards, or collaboration of Health Boards. Please put forward your suggestions for bandings and percentage discount from 0-100 Contract Price. Bidders may submit any number of combinations up to 100% of all Trauma & Extremities for Scotland up to and including 100% market share for NHS Scotland. PLEASE NOTE: This is an Unscored Lot. Boards will use the information provided here by all awarded suppliers to assess their local clinical requirements and decide who to commit to. This Lot is intended to reduce the need for mini competitions.

    Won by Acumed LtdWon by STRYKERWon by TJ Smith and Nephew Ltd (Trading as Smith & Nephew)Won by Johnson & Johnson Medical Ltd
  • Enhanced Service & Innovation Lot - Unscored

    Bidders are requested to submit details of any Enhanced Service they offer. Key deliverables will be decided on a case by case basis but may include, but not be limited to, such evidenced criteria as: - Reduced Waiting Times - Streamlined Patient Pathway - Reduced Hospital Bed Days - Reduced Readmission Rate - Lower Costs - Enhanced Data Quality & Reporting - Enhanced Inventory Management - Innovation products which are expected to be ready for sale within the timeframe of the contract award. Bidders should submit details of any product or service offered, including unique selling points, for consideration, in 5,000 words or less. Responses should include relevant case studies, successes and details of how purchase of these services, in addition to commitment market share on Lots 1-19 inclusive, will positively impact commitment prices for Health boards. PLEASE NOTE: This is an Unscored Lot. Boards will use the information provided here by all awarded suppliers to assess their local clinical requirements.

    Won by Acumed LtdWon by Enovis Surgical GB LtdWon by STRYKERWon by TJ Smith and Nephew Ltd (Trading as Smith & Nephew)Won by Johnson & Johnson Medical LtdWon by Summit Medical LimitedWon by Orthohouse UK
  • Locking Ankle Tubular Plate - Ceiling price applies

    We require all implants and consumables for use in NHSS Locking Ankle Tubular Plate invasive surgical procedures. These will be used in an acute setting across NHSS by suitably trained personnel. Lot 3 should include only those products relevant to a Locking Ankle Tubular Plate Procedure i.e a Locking Tubular plate and appropriate screw(s), guide wire(s) and drill(s) to complete the procedure, the combined value of which should not exceed GBP 450

    Won by Acumed LtdWon by Arthrex LTDWon by STRYKERWon by Biomet UK LtdWon by TJ Smith and Nephew Ltd (Trading as Smith & Nephew)
  • Titanium Distal Radial Volar - Ceiling Price Applies

    We require all implants and consumables for use in NHSS Titanium Distal Radius Volar invasive surgical procedures. These will be used in an acute setting across NHSS by suitably trained personnel. Lot 4 should include only those products relevant to a Distal Radius Volar Procedure i.e. a DVR plate and appropriate screw(s), guide wire(s) and drill(s) to complete the procedure, the combined value of which should not exceed GBP 450

    Won by Acumed LtdWon by Arthrex LTDWon by STRYKERWon by Biomet UK LtdWon by TJ Smith and Nephew Ltd (Trading as Smith & Nephew)Won by KLS MARTIN UKWon by Medartis Ltd
  • Standard Tibial Nail - Ceiling Price Applies

    We require all implants and consumables for use in NHSS Standard Tibial Nail invasive surgical procedures. These will be used in an acute setting across NHSS by suitably trained personnel. Lot 5 should include only those products relevant to a Standard Tibial Nail Procedure i.e. standard tibial nail, end cap and appropriate screw(s), guide wire(s) and drill(s) to complete the procedure, the combined value of which should not exceed GBP 460

    Won by STRYKERWon by Biomet UK LtdWon by TJ Smith and Nephew Ltd (Trading as Smith & Nephew)
  • Short cephalomedullary nail for proximal femoral fractures (hip fractures) - Ceiling Price Applies

    We require all implants and consumables for use in NHSS Short Trochanteric Hip Fracture Nail invasive surgical procedures. These will be used in an acute setting across NHSS by suitably trained personnel. Lot 6 should include only those products relevant to a Short Trochanteric Hip Fracture Procedure i.e. Short Trochanteric Hip Fracture Nail, end cap and appropriate screw(s), guide wire(s) and drill(s) to complete the procedure, the combined value of which should not exceed GBP 420

    Won by STRYKERWon by Biomet UK LtdWon by TJ Smith and Nephew Ltd (Trading as Smith & Nephew)
  • Long cephalomedullary nail for proximal femoral fractures (hip fractures including those with subtrochanteric / femoral shaft extension) - Ceiling Price Applies

    We require all implants and consumables for use in NHSS Long Trochanteric Hip Fracture Nail invasive surgical procedures. These will be used in an acute setting across NHSS by suitably trained personnel. Lot 7 should include only those products relevant to a Long Trochanteric Hip Fracture Procedure i.e. Long Trochanteric Hip Fracture Nail, end cap and appropriate screw(s), guide wire(s) and drill(s) to complete the procedure, the combined value of which should not exceed GBP 650

    Won by STRYKERWon by Biomet UK LtdWon by TJ Smith and Nephew Ltd (Trading as Smith & Nephew)
  • Periarticular Cannulated Screw Titanium Small & Large, or SS Small & Large - Ceiling Prices Apply

    We require all implants and consumables for use in NHSS Periarticular Cannulated Screw ( a)Titanium Small , b)Titanium large, c)SS Small & d)SS large) invasive surgical procedures. These will be used in an acute setting across NHSS by suitably trained personnel. Lot 8 should include only those products relevant to a Periarticular Cannulated Screw Procedure i.e. Periarticular Cannulated Screw a) Titanium Small, b)Titanium Large, c) Stainless Steel Small & d) Stainless Steel Large and appropriate guide wire(s) and drill(s) to complete the procedure, the combined value of which should not exceed a)GBP 80, b)GBP 105, c)GBP 70 & d)GBP 90

    Won by STRYKERWon by TJ Smith and Nephew Ltd (Trading as Smith & Nephew)Won by KLS MARTIN UK
  • Cranial Maxillo Facial (CMF) products

    We require all implants and consumables for use in NHSS Cranial Maxillo Facial (CMF) invasive surgical procedures. These will be used in an acute setting across NHSS by suitably trained personnel. Lot 9 should include only those products relevant to CMF Procedures

    Won by Hospital InnovationWon by STRYKERWon by Biomet UK LtdWon by Johnson & Johnson Medical LtdWon by Joint Operations (UK) LLPWon by KLS MARTIN UKWon by Medartis Ltd

Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
In delivery
Category
Goods
Estimated value
£340,000,000
Procedure
Open
Contract type
Framework agreement
Published
29 May 2025
Deadline
Closed
Classification (CPV)
Orthopaedic implants

Award outcome

Awarded value
£1,155,000,000
Award date
2 October 2025
Contract period
— → 16 September 2028
Winners
  • Acumed Ltd
  • Adler Ortho UK Limited
  • Arthrex LTD
  • Biomet UK Ltd
  • Bone support ltd
  • Cenobiologics Ltd
  • Enovis Surgical GB Ltd
  • Exactech UK LTD
  • Hospital Innovation
  • Ideal Med
  • JRI Orthopaedics
  • Johnson & Johnson Medical Ltd
  • Joint Operations (UK) LLP
  • KLS MARTIN UK
  • Lavender Medical
  • Link Orthopaedics UK Ltd
  • LockDown Medical Ltd
  • Medartis Ltd
  • OrthoSolutions UK Ltd
  • Orthofix Ltd
  • Orthohouse UK
  • Orthomotion Medical Ltd
  • Osteotec Limited
  • STRYKER
  • Summit Medical Limited
  • Surgical Holdings
  • TJ Smith and Nephew Ltd (Trading as Smith & Nephew)

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  1. Contract

    14 November 2025

  2. Contract Notice

    29 May 2025

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