Planning

NHS Framework Agreement for the Supply of Human Albumin

NHS ENGLAND

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02 Jul 2022 at 08:19

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09 May 2022 at 12:24

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22 Mar 2022 at 11:37

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17 Mar 2022 at 14:13

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17 Mar 2022 at 12:29

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS England is planning a tender for the "NHS Framework Agreement for the Supply of Human Albumin," aimed at addressing the healthcare needs involving albumin supply across various regions, including England, Northern Ireland, Isle of Man, Guernsey, and Jersey. The total value of this procurement is set at £31 million, with a contract period from 1st May 2024 to 31st October 2025. This procurement will operate under an open procedure method, and prospective suppliers should note the future notice date, which is scheduled for 1st December 2023, as the tender progresses towards its initiation stage.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engaged in the healthcare supply chain, particularly those specialising in pharmaceutical products or related services. Businesses that focus on the manufacture or distribution of human albumin products would be particularly well-suited to compete. The substantial budget allocation highlights the importance of this procurement, making it a lucrative prospect for contractors looking to expand their footprint in the healthcare sector.

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Notice Title

NHS Framework Agreement for the Supply of Human Albumin

Notice Description

Human Albumin

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6534217d-1f9f-4855-a211-18509e27505f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4bd2862e-67f6-421f-8449-368b433bf5c5
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
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

33141540 - Albumin

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Dec 2024Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 31 Oct 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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 2AS
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), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Halton
Electoral Ward
Halton Castle
Westminster Constituency
Runcorn and Helsby

Further Information

Notice Documents

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