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NHS National Generic Pharmaceuticals Wave 15a

NHS ENGLAND

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18 Dec 2024 at 16:22

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Summary of the contracting process

NHS England has completed the procurement process titled "NHS National Generic Pharmaceuticals Wave 15a" under the industry category of Pharmaceutical products (CPV: 33600000). The framework agreement spans a maximum duration of 28 months, with possible extensions up to 48 months, covering various regions in England, including CESW, LSNE, NWLN, DNW, DLN, DLS, DNE, DCE, and DSW. The contract, awarded through an open procedure above the threshold, began on 1 February 2025 and will end on 31 May 2027. Notable dates include the tender period closure on 8 August 2024 and the award date on 5 November 2024.

This tender creates significant business opportunities for SMEs, particularly those specialising in the supply of pharmaceuticals. The framework agreement facilitates vendors to engage with NHS England, offering a stable contractual relationship over several months, enhancing business growth for companies that can deliver quality pharmaceutical products. Businesses with a robust supply chain in pharmaceuticals and those capable of supporting the NHS's extensive regional requirements are best suited to compete in this tender process.

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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)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b0d4996e-5b3f-4161-a167-2b65b53c068b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90e64fc6-d5ef-4b4f-b01b-cd30657b68e2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£257,146,400 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2025 - 31 May 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
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), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Halton
Electoral Ward
Halton Lea
Westminster Constituency
Runcorn and Helsby

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MULTIPLE SUPPLIERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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