Tender

NHS Framework Agreement for Branded Medicines - Tranche A London and South of England and Adult Influenza (National) - 01 September 2025

NHS ENGLAND

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10 Feb 2025 at 11:24

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS England is inviting tenders for the "NHS Framework Agreement for Branded Medicines - Tranche A London and South of England and Adult Influenza (National)." The procurement falls under the pharmaceutical products industry category and covers regions across the UK, including London, East of England, North East, and others, as well as the Channel Islands. The tender process is currently at the active stage with an open procurement method. The contract, valued at £295.487 million, will commence on 1st September 2025, with the framework agreements running up to 31st August 2027 for London and South England and 31st August 2026 for Adult Influenza. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 18th March 2025.

This framework agreement presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in branded medicines, particularly SMEs. Companies within the pharmaceutical sector can benefit from secure, long-term contracts and substantial financial incentives. Businesses capable of supporting national and regional healthcare needs will find this tender suitable to leverage their position within the industry. By securing a place in this framework, suppliers can enhance their market presence and contribute to the NHS's continued efforts in maintaining high-standard pharmaceutical products across various UK regions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NHS Framework Agreement for Branded Medicines - Tranche A London and South of England and Adult Influenza (National) - 01 September 2025

Notice Description

NHS Framework Agreement for Branded Medicines - Tranche A London and South of England and Adult Influenza (National) - 01 September 2025 Offer reference number: CM/PHR/24/5718 CM/PHR/24/5718/01 - NHS Framework Agreement for Branded Medicines - Tranche A for London and South of England. Period of Framework Agreement: 01 September 2025 to 31 August 2027 CM/PHR/24/5718/02 - NHS Framework Agreement for Branded Medicines - Adult Influenza (National). Period of Framework Agreement: 01 September 2025 to 31 August 2026 Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-313689af-279e-4b5f-9f07-96185fa944f6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9c7cd10-8609-424e-ad3c-206926b976c0
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£295,487,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RUNCORN
Postcode
WA7 2ES
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Halton
Electoral Ward
Halton Lea
Westminster Constituency
Runcorn and Helsby

Further Information

Notice Documents

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