MINISTRY OF DEFENCE · Awarded contract
Awarded

Provision of Wheelchairs and Specialist Seating Services to DMRC

Awarded 01 Feb 2024

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Awarded01 Feb 2024
Value£1.00
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryHealth & Medical
Ended 7mo ago2y 2mo term
Awarded 1 Feb 2024Expired 30 Mar 2026

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE awarded a contract to Blatchford Limited for the provision of wheelchairs and specialist seating services to DMRC.

The contract covers the supply and delivery of up to 20 wheelchairs and accessories within 12 weeks of a completed prescription, the provision of itemised quotations for suitable wheelchairs and pressure cushions within 5 working days, and the delivery and setup of wheelchairs at patient locations within 8 weeks of authority to supply.

The contractor is also responsible for identifying and resolving fitting problems, providing user guides, and managing equipment in line with OEM warranty.

Additionally, the contractor will provide cleaning services for the Authority's loan pool of wheelchairs, with an anticipated volume of 2 wheelchairs per month and a 1-week turnaround time.

The contract was awarded under Framework Agreement Reference SBS10015 for Acute and Community Health and Social Care Equipment Products and Services.

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