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NP41422 Contraceptive Medicines

THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("THE AUTHORITY")

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08 Jul 2022 at 07:47

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the supply of Contraceptive Medicines is being conducted by the Common Services Agency, also referred to as NHS National Services Scotland. This open tender, titled "NP41422 Contraceptive Medicines," falls under the pharmaceutical products category and is located in Edinburgh, UK. The tender is currently in the active stage, with a submission deadline of 9 August 2022. The total estimated value for this framework agreement is approximately £7,369,432, covering a contract period from 1 November 2022 to 31 October 2025, with a potential 12-month extension.

This opportunity presents a significant avenue for growth, particularly for pharmaceutical suppliers and businesses specialised in contraceptive products. Companies that have the capability to supply oral contraceptives, intrauterine devices, and other contraceptive medicines should consider participating. The inclusion of community benefits in this framework can further enhance the competitive edge for businesses that can demonstrate their commitment to contributing positively to the local community through innovative initiatives and collaborations. Interested suppliers must also ensure compliance with relevant certification standards and marketing authorisations to qualify.

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Notice Title

NP41422 Contraceptive Medicines

Notice Description

This Framework Agreement is for the supply of Contraceptive Medicines to health boards across NHS Scotland. Full details is contained in section II.2 of this notice.

Lot Information

Oral Contraceptive Tablets

The Supply of oral contraceptive medicines to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as an unranked multi supplier framework to a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants per line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for a period(s) up to a total period of twelve (12) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Levonorgestrel Intrauterine Devices

Supply of Levonorgestrel Intrauterine Devices to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this framework as an unranked multi-supplier framework to a maximum of four (4) Framework Participants per line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for a period(s) up to a total period of twelve (12) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

All Other Contraceptive Medicines

Supply of All Other Contraceptive Medicines to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single-supplier framework by line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for a period(s) up to a total period of twelve (12) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-034faf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018695-2022
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
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

33641400 - Contraceptives

33641410 - Oral contraceptives

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,369,432 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£7,369,432 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Aug 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2022 - 31 Oct 2025 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("THE AUTHORITY")
Contact Name
Rashida Rasool
Contact Email
rashida.rasool-gordon@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312756051

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Post Town
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
Not specified

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

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