Supply chain solutions provider Medline has entered into a prime vendor agreement with The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center for the supply of a portfolio of medical-surgical products.

The agreement also involves supply chain optimisation solutions to over 100 facilities within the health system.

It aims to enhance the health system's operational efficiency and clinical delivery objectives.

Medline executive account director Tiffany Sancin said: “Our advanced distribution capabilities, coupled with our cutting-edge technology, enable us to support the medical centre in scaling their operations effectively. This agreement underscores how our ability to scale is key as they expand their footprint to meet the growing demands of their health system.”

The distribution of products and services will be facilitated by Medline's centre located in West Jefferson, Ohio, US, which features AutoStore warehouse automation and software technology. The company will leverage its MedTrans trucks.

Established in 2023, this facility is engineered to enhance order execution and operational efficiency and is part of Medline's extensive network of 45 distribution centres in the US.

Medline vice-president of regional operations Amanda Lovelace-Tobicash said: “Our West Jefferson team is dedicated to supporting The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center as they continue to grow.

“Our team’s commitment is evident through our industry-leading infrastructure, which utilises the latest technology and innovation to ensure next-day delivery to 95% of all our US customers. This level of service is what allows us to support the West Jefferson team’s hard work and dedication to all Ohioans.”

This agreement follows a similar prime vendor distribution agreement signed by Medline in October last year with Kaweah Health, a California-based community hospital.

Through this multi-year agreement, Medline assisted Kaweah Health in maintaining patient care while achieving cost savings.