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NHS Framework Agreement for Branded Medicines - National Tender

NHS ENGLAND

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04 Nov 2021 at 14:40

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Summary of the contracting process

NHS England is currently conducting an open tender for the "NHS Framework Agreement for Branded Medicines - National Tender," which aims to establish a framework for branded pharmaceutical products. The tender period ends on 13th December 2021, with the contract set to commence on 1st May 2022 and run until 30th April 2024, with possible extensions of up to 24 months. This procurement, valued at approximately £1.59 billion, covers delivery across various regions in the United Kingdom, including London, the East Midlands, and the North West.

This opportunity presents substantial growth potential for pharmaceutical companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can supply branded medicines. Businesses engaged in the manufacture or distribution of pharmaceutical products are encouraged to participate, thereby enhancing their presence in the NHS supply chain. Participating companies can benefit from a long-term contract with the NHS, which not only offers financial stability but also the chance to showcase their products in a competitive public healthcare environment.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NHS Framework Agreement for Branded Medicines - National Tender

Notice Description

NHS Framework Agreement for Branded Medicines - National Tender Offer reference number: CM/PHR/21/5643 CM/PHR/21/5643 - NHS Framework for Branded Medicines - National Tender - May 2022 to 30 April 2024 with an option or options to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 24 months

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c067d301-ad6f-47d0-a0b8-6db60166cc59
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1062bff3-4962-44d2-90dc-27f0dd1553d6
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
£1,593,083,896 £1B-£10B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Dec 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2022 - 30 Apr 2024 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
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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), 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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