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17 Mar 2022 at 16:14

Summary of the contracting process

NHS England and NHS Improvement is currently managing the procurement process for the "NHS National Pharmaceuticals Transition 2022_1" tender, which falls under the pharmaceutical products category. The tender is at the active stage and was published on 17 March 2022, with a submission deadline set for 21 April 2022. The framework agreement period is set to begin on 29 July 2022 and will extend until 31 May 2024, covering various regions across the United Kingdom, including East Midlands, London, and the North West. The procurement is being conducted under an open procedure, which allows for wide participation.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the pharmaceuticals sector, particularly those specialising in the supply of oral and hospital-only products. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this tender especially accessible due to its open nature. Companies that can meet NHS standards for quality and compliance will be well-suited to compete, as they can benefit from a contract that potentially covers multiple regions and has a maximum term of up to 48 months. Engaging in this procurement process could enhance a business's growth and visibility within the healthcare supply chain.

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Notice Title

NHS National Pharmaceuticals Transition 2022_1

Notice Description

Invitation to offer for NHS National Pharmaceuticals Transition 2022_1 Offer reference number: CM/PHG/21/5637 Period of framework agreement: Dates detailed below, with an option or options to extend (at the discretion of the Authority) up to maximum contract length of 48 months. Potential periods of call-offs under the framework agreement: Transition: CESW: 29/07/2022 to 30/09/2023 (14 months) LSNE: 29/07/2022 to 31/05/2024 (22 months) NWLN: 29/07/2022 to 31/01/2023 (6 months) Oral (plus non-parenteral) Products: All regions: 29/07/2022 to 31/05/2024 (22 months) Hospital Only Products: CESW: 29/07/2022 to 30/09/2023 (14 months) LSNE: 29/07/2022 to 31/05/2024 (22 months) NWLN: 29/07/2022 to 31/01/2023 (6 months)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b531fe5b-ea41-438a-b6a9-a68b20c87d8e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d79e13e-096b-49e8-92f1-6b1ceed112ed
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
£1
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Apr 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Jul 2022 - 31 May 2024 1-2 years
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 and NHS Improvement
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
Postcode Area
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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