Protects Plus Ltd is pleased to announce we have been awarded the Anti-ligature, Specialist and General Doors, Windows, Furniture, Accessories and Associated Services Framework.
Framework Explained
The aim of this Framework Agreement, freely accessible to all NHS Organisations and public sector entities, is to provide a streamlined route to a suite of pre-tendered professional services. These services encompass the delivery of Anti-ligature, Specialist and General Doors, Windows, Furniture, Accessories, and Associated Services. Moreover, this framework facilitates the retro-fit of existing installations, ensuring they align with contemporary standards and requirements.
NHS Commercial Solutions, on behalf of the Procurement in Partnership (PiP) - a four-hub collaboration between NHS Commercial Solutions, East of England NHS Collaborative Procurement Hub and NHS London Procurement Partnership and the NHS North of England Commercial Procurement Collaborative – has established this Framework Agreement.
Framework Agreement details:
The Framework Agreement covers the following areas; Anti-ligature, Specialist and General Doors, Windows, Furniture, Accessories, and Associated Services. It is divided up into 5 ‘Lots’ as follows:
· Lot 1: Consultancy and Professional Services (including Protects Plus)
· Lot 2: Anti-ligature Doors, Windows and Furniture (including Protects Plus)
· Lot 3: Specialist Doors, Windows and Furniture
· Lot 4: General Doors, Windows and Furniture
· Lot 5: Bespoke (including Protects Plus Ltd)
As experts in curtain tracks and anti-ligature products, Protects Plus are an approved supplier in Lot 1, Lot 2, and Lot 5, allowing our NHS Trust partners smoother access to our risk-reducing solutions.
Benefits of using the Framework for NHS Trusts
The benefits of utilising the Anti-ligature, Specialist and General Doors, Windows, Furniture, Accessories, and Associated Services Framework Agreement includes but not limited to:
Legally Compliant Access: The framework provides a compliant pathway to the market.
Streamlined Procurement: It significantly shortens procurement timescales, ensuring faster project execution.
Cost-Effectiveness: Authorities can access vetted suppliers who offer competitive pricing.
Quality Assurance: All suppliers within the framework are pre-approved for quality.
Retro-fitting Capability: Suppliers can adapt and upgrade existing installations to meet contemporary standards and requirements.