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NHS National Framework Agreement - Inhalation Anaesthetics and Vaporisers

MEDICINES PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN (MPSC)

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Summary of the contracting process

The NHS National Framework Agreement for Inhalation Anaesthetics and Vaporisers has been completed. Managed by Medicines Procurement and Supply Chain (MPSC) located in Runcorn, England, this procurement falls under the pharmaceutical products category. The open procedure procurement method was used for this framework agreement, encompassing a total value of GBP 8,866,189. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 11th December 2024, the start of the contract period on 1st February 2025, and the end date on 31st January 2027, with potential extensions of up to 24 months at the discretion of the Authority.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for companies involved in supplying pharmaceutical products. The completed contract, valued at GBP 36,522,476, has been awarded to Abbvie Ltd, Baxter Healthcare Ltd, and Piramal Critical Care Limited. Businesses, especially SMEs like Piramal Critical Care Limited, stand to gain by participating in such frameworks that cater to essential medical supplies. The open procedure provides a competitive and transparent entry point for businesses looking to expand their footprint in the public healthcare supply chain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NHS National Framework Agreement - Inhalation Anaesthetics and Vaporisers

Notice Description

NHS National Framework Agreement - Inhalation Anaesthetics and Vaporisers Period of framework agreement: 1st February 2025 to 31st January 2027, with an option or options to extend (at the discretion of the Authority) for a period or periods of up to 24 months. with option or options to extend (at the discretion of the Authority) for a period or periods of up to 24 months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ea0142bf-89c3-4d7b-b97a-296873fe1457
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c5ea426-1327-4f84-917d-042a62442272
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Large, 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
£8,866,189 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£36,522,476 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2025 - 31 Jan 2027 1-2 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
MEDICINES PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN (MPSC)
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
3
Supplier Names

ABBVIE

BAXTER HEALTHCARE

PIRAMAL CRITICAL CARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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