Londonwide LMCs’ Buying Group new shredding service – sign up now

Almost a fifth of our practices have signed up to the new Londonwide LMCs’ Buying Group which means they can take advantage of offers such as a new shredding service provided by MidMeds, a main supplier to the Londonwide LMCs’ Buying Group.

The service provides up to five waste consoles with a monthly on site shredding service for £35. Buying Group member practices can choose from three different types of consoles:

120 litre Confi Bin (top loading)
136 litre Console (front loading)
169 litre Console (front loading)

Extra consoles are available for £5 per month each. The same service with off-site shredding is available for £28 per month.

If you have already joined the Buying Group you can start using the shredding service at the MidMeds Londonwide LMCs’ Buying Group page. If you have not yet registered for the Buying Group please click here to sign up and find out how it works and how you can take advantage of exclusive deals on the following key areas:

Medical consumables and equipment
Single-use instruments
Pharmaceuticals and Vaccines
Office supplies including stationery, toners and paper
Office furniture and equipment
Test and calibration
Compliance services including Legionella Risk Assessment, Fire Risk Assessment, Health and Safety Assessment and Disability Audit
Workwear

Last updated : 18 May 2018

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