This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

15 Jun 2022 at 10:29

Tender

03 Mar 2022 at 15:31

TenderUpdate

03 Mar 2022 at 15:31

TenderUpdate

03 Mar 2022 at 09:30

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) is conducting a procurement process titled "Fingolimod Capsules", aiming to supply 500mcg capsules essential for the treatment of Multiple Sclerosis (MS). This procurement falls within the pharmaceuticals industry and is classified under goods. The tender is currently active, with an end date for submission set on 3rd March 2022. The procurement method is open, allowing all interested parties to submit their bids. The total estimated contract value amounts to approximately £25,183,158, covering a period of 16 months with a potential extension of up to 32 months.

This tender presents significant opportunities for pharmaceutical companies, particularly those experienced in supplying healthcare products directly to NHS entities. Businesses specialising in drugs and medical supplies, especially those holding valid UK Marketing Authorisations and relevant quality certifications, will be well-positioned to compete. The procurement is designed to foster competition among suppliers as it allows for a ranked multi-supplier framework, accommodating a maximum of seven participants, which enhances the chances for successful bidders to secure ongoing business with NHS Scotland.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Fingolimod Capsules

Notice Description

Supply of Fingolimod 500mcg Capsules to NHS Scotland.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This Ranked Multi Supplier Framework Agreement is for the supply of Fingolimod 500mcg capsules to NHS Scotland for the treatment of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) directly to hospitals and via homecare under the national framework agreement, NP48818 NHS Commissioned Homecare Delivery Service Agreement.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for period(s) up to a combined total period of thirty-two (32) 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-031171
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016376-2022
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
£25,183,158 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£25,183,158 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£11,644,164 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jun 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Mar 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 May 20224 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
3
Supplier Names

Dr Reddy's Laboratories (UK) Ltd

Teva UK Limited

Zentiva

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