This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

20 Jan 2022 at 10:34

Tender

25 Oct 2021 at 09:25

Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), is conducting a public procurement process for the supply of Intravenous & Topical Fluids across health boards in Scotland. The tender, which is currently at the active stage, includes several lots, with an estimated total value of approximately £25,316,750. Key dates in the procurement process include the bid opening on 25th November 2021 and a planned contract duration of 36 months, with an option for a 24-month extension. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, allowing extensive participation from suppliers in the pharmaceutical industry.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in the production and distribution of pharmaceutical products, particularly those specialising in intravenous fluids. Companies that can demonstrate compliance with UK regulations, possess the necessary certifications and enjoy capabilities in quality assurance will find themselves in a strong position to compete. With the potential for multi-supplier frameworks across various product categories, diverse suppliers can participate, including those with extensive capabilities as well as niche manufacturers focused on specific health products.

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Notice Title

Intravenous & Topical Fluids

Notice Description

This Framework Agreement is for the supply of Intravenous & Topical Fluids to health boards across NHS Scotland. The Goods have been split into five (5) categories, each of which is identified as a "Lot". Full details of each Lot is contained in section II.2 of this notice.

Lot Information

Needle Free Infusion Bags - various presentations

Supply of Needle Free Infusion Bags to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority has awarded each product line to a single Framework Participant.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for period(s) up to a combined total of twenty-four (24) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice of each extension, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Glucose 5%, Sodium Chloride 0.9% 50ml, 100ml, 250ml Infusion Bags

Supply of Glucose 5%, Sodium Chloride 0.9% 50ml, 100ml, 250ml Infusion Bags to NHS Scotland. The Authority has awarded each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement on a line by line basis to three (3) Framework Participants.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for period(s) up to a combined total of twenty-four (24) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice of each extension, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Unlicensed Infusion Bags

Supply of Unlicensed Infusion Bags to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority has awarded all products within this lot to a single Framework Participant.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for period(s) up to a combined total of twenty-four (24) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice of each extension, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Licensed Potassium Chloride Infusion bags

Supply of Licensed Potassium Chloride Bags to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority has awarded all products within this lot to a single Framework Participant.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for period(s) up to a combined total of twenty-four (24) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice of each extension, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

All other product lines

Supply of all other Intravenous & Topical Fluids to NHS Scotland. The Authority has awarded each product line within this Lot to a single Framework Participant.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for period(s) up to a combined total of twenty-four (24) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice of each extension, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02ef58
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001679-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,316,750 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£25,316,750 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£27,591,485 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Dec 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) ("NSS")
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
6
Supplier Names

B. Braun Medical Limited

Baxter Healthcare Ltd

Ennogen Healthcare Ltd

Fresenius Kabi Limited

Kent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Molnlycke Health Care

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