Tender

NHS Framework Agreement for Branded Medicines - National Proprietary Pharmaceuticals - 1 May 2023

NHS ENGLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

The NHS England is running a tender for a Framework Agreement for Branded Medicines in the Pharmaceutical products category. The tender title is "NHS Framework Agreement for Branded Medicines - National Proprietary Pharmaceuticals - 1 May 2023". The procurement method is an open procedure with a tender deadline of 12th December 2022. The contract period is scheduled from 1st May 2023 to 30th April 2025, offering opportunities for businesses in various regions across the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant business growth opportunity for companies interested in supplying branded medicines to the NHS. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete in this procurement process. The Framework Agreement, spanning over two years, allows for potential extensions, providing stability and potential for long-term business relationships. Businesses in the pharmaceutical products industry are encouraged to participate and expand their operations within the health sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NHS Framework Agreement for Branded Medicines - National Proprietary Pharmaceuticals - 1 May 2023

Notice Description

NHS Framework Agreement for Branded Medicines - National Proprietary Pharmaceuticals Offer reference number: CM/PHR/22/5675 CM/PHR/22/5675/01 - NHS Framework Agreement for Branded Medicines - National Category Tender Lot 1. Period of framework: 1 May 2023 to 30 April 2025 with an option or options to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 24 months CM/PHR/22/5675/02 - NHS Framework Agreement for Branded Medicines - National Tender Lot 2. Period of framework: 1 May 2023 to 30 April 2025 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-e83d294f-967a-4817-9842-0e48a7343457
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f4bbff4e-2ce7-40dd-b3cf-e254cc346379
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
£359,779,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Dec 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Dec 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2023 - 30 Apr 2025 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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