Tender

NHS National Generic Pharmaceuticals Wave 15a

NHS ENGLAND

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Tender

04 Jul 2024 at 17:55

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NHS England is inviting offers for a procurement titled "NHS National Generic Pharmaceuticals Wave 15a" in the Pharmaceutical products category. The procurement process involves an open procedure with a tender period ending on August 8, 2024. The contract is expected to run from February 1, 2025, to May 31, 2027. The opportunity is open to businesses in various regions across the United Kingdom, including the East Midlands, North East, and London. Interested parties should register and apply via the Atamis e-sourcing portal.

This tender by NHS England presents an opportunity for businesses in the pharmaceutical industry to vie for a significant framework agreement. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, providing a window for eligible businesses to compete for the contract that spans over nearly two and a half years. Businesses that specialise in pharmaceutical goods and can meet the contract requirements have the chance to secure a long-term agreement with NHS England, which could foster their growth and development within the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NHS National Generic Pharmaceuticals Wave 15a

Notice Description

Invitation to offer for NHS National Generic Pharmaceuticals - Wave 15a. Offer reference number: CM/PHG/23/5697. Period of framework agreement: The total maximum duration of the framework agreement to be no more than 28 months with an option or options to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 48 months. Potential periods of call-offs under the framework agreement: CM/PHG/23/5697/01 - Orals (plus non-parenteral) Products: All Regions (CESW/LSNE/NWLN): 01/02/2025 to 31/05/2027 (28 Months) CM/PHG/23/5697/02 - Hospital Only Products: DNW & DLN: 01/02/2025 to 31/01/2027 (24 months) CM/PHG/23/5697/03 - Hospital Only Products (Housekeeping): DLS & DNE: 01/02/2025 to 31/05/2026 (16 months) DCE & DSW: 01/02/2025 to 30/09/2025 (8 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

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7305366f-a083-4c33-aabe-4e03e8fd9b75
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b877c755-7963-4048-9c71-d3acb2c56c59
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
£379,041,943 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2025 - 31 May 2027 2-3 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
Gemma Tomlinson
Contact Email
gemma.tomlinson1@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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