Tender

NHS National Framework for Tocilizumab - March 2024

NHS ENGLAND

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Tender

29 Nov 2023 at 14:41

Summary of the contracting process

The National Health Service (NHS) England is seeking suppliers for the NHS National Framework for Tocilizumab project scheduled for March 2024. This procurement falls under the goods category with a total value of £50,000,000. The tender is currently in the planning stage with a tender period ending on January 3, 2024, and a contract period running from March 1, 2024, to February 28, 2025. The framework covers various regions across the United Kingdom, offering opportunities for businesses to engage with NHS England in providing pharmaceutical products.

Businesses involved in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly those specialising in pharmaceutical products, are well-suited to compete for this NHS tender. The procurement method specified is an open procedure, providing a fair opportunity for SMEs to participate. Suppliers interested in this opportunity should note the option to extend the contract period for up to 24 months at the discretion of the authority. The NHS Framework for Tocilizumab invites suppliers to register and apply via the Atamis e-sourcing portal, offering a substantial business opportunity for pharmaceutical suppliers looking to engage with NHS England.

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Notice Title

NHS National Framework for Tocilizumab - March 2024

Notice Description

Project Title: NHS National Framework for Tocilizumab - March 2024 Offer reference number: CM/PHR/23/5702 CM/PHR/23/5702/01 NHS Framework for Tocilizumab LONDON and SOUTH OF ENGLAND. Period of framework: 1 March 2024 to 28 February 2025 with an option or options to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 24 months. CM/PHR/23/5702/02 NHS Framework for Tocilizumab NORTH OF ENGLAND and MIDLANDS AND EAST. Period of framework: 1 March 2024 to 28 February 2025 with an option or options to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 24 months. 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

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-71f37a72-06ab-4e02-be47-242a10b914d2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b4eb68c-69ac-49ba-91e2-efcf1573ca5e
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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
£50,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Nov 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2024 - 28 Feb 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
Katie Noonan
Contact Email
katie.noonan@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

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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