Tender

NHS Framework Agreement - National Generic Pharmaceuticals

NHS ENGLAND

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Tender

21 Jun 2018 at 08:46

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Framework Agreement for National Generic Pharmaceuticals is currently initiated by NHS England, seeking suppliers within the pharmaceutical products industry. This tender, estimated at £216 million, is located across multiple regions in the United Kingdom, including London and the North West. The procurement is in the Tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 25th July 2018. The framework agreement runs from 1st March 2019 to 28th February 2021, with options for extension for a total maximum of 48 months.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for pharmaceutical suppliers and relevant businesses, particularly Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) specialised in generic medicines. Suppliers who focus on the supply chain for hospital products or comprehensive pharmaceuticals suitable for various regions in the UK would be well-positioned to compete. Engaging with this framework could lead to substantial business growth, especially for entities equipped to handle large-scale deliveries and compliance with NHS standards.

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Notice Title

NHS Framework Agreement - National Generic Pharmaceuticals

Notice Description

NHS Framework Agreement for the supply of National Generic Pharmaceuticals Offer reference number: CM/PHG/17/5542 Period of framework agreement: Dates detailed below with options to extend up to a maximum period of 48 months Potential periods of call-offs under the framework agreement: 100% Products: All Regions: 01/03/2019 to 28/02/2021 (24 months) 33% Hospital Only Products: CESW 01/03/2019 to 31/07/2019 (5 months) LSNE 01/03/2019 to 31/07/2019 (5 months) NWLN 01/03/2019 to 31/07/2019 (5 months) Estimated Value of PS216,000,000.00 reflects the initial period only

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7527ce07-a107-4845-983c-b8ba58ad89bb
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
£216,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jun 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jul 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2019 - 28 Feb 2021 2-3 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
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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