Uniform supplier Grahame Gardner appointed to NHS framework

Grahame Gardner has been appointed onto the NHS Shared Business Services National Agreement framework for the supply of staff uniforms and protective clothing to NHS trusts in England. The framework simplifies the ordering process for trusts, ensures continuity of supply, and guarantees quality products and services, all without the need for further tendering, thereby streamlining the entire procurement process. This accolade means the Leicester-based uniform manufacturer is one of only five approved suppliers. A company spokesman said: "Over the past few years we have been through some massive changes in order to make ourselves more competitive to the NHS. These changes were essential for us to survive in a very difficult marketplace - and it is very encouraging to see they are having the impact we hoped." The framework runs until potentially 2015.