First aid materials
Framework No: 1022
About this framework
Framework period: 9 January 2023 until 8 January 2026 with the option to extend for
a period of up to 12 months until 8 January 2027
Scotland Excel’s first aid material framework will provide councils and other participating bodies with a mechanism to follow the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 and to procure a range of first aid materials for the workplace and the community. The framework will include first aid kits, gloves, ice & heat packs, wipes & tissues, hand sanitiser & soap, dressings & plasters, and other associated products.
The framework is fully compliant with all legislative requirements and offers social, economic and environmental benefits in line with Scotland Excel’s sustainable procurement approach.
Benefits
- All 32 councils have confirmed their intention to participate in this framework
- Fixed pricing for first 12 months
- The three suppliers awarded to the framework represent a mix of company sizes – one large and two small businesses
- Suppliers have committed to minimising the environmental impact of their operations, particularly in relation to:
- the supply chain
- transportation
- waste
- All suppliers will deliver community benefits which are reflective of the Scottish Government’s National Outcomes
- All of the suppliers pay the Scottish Living Wage, one supplier is an accredited living wage employer
Lots
Aero Healthcare Ltd
Arco Ltd
Fast-aid Products Ltd
Aero Healthcare Ltd
Sectors
The first aid framework is available to all Scotland Excel local authority and associate members.
Key Facts
The framework adheres to the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981.
Further information on Scotland Excel’s first aid materials framework is available in our members area.
If you are not yet a member, and would like to know more about the framework, please contactus.