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Double Blind Pragmatic Randomised Controlled Trial (BOAT)

THE NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

30 Oct 2024 at 09:37

Tender

07 Jun 2024 at 10:29

Summary of the contracting process

The Newcastle Upon Tyne NHS Foundation Trust has awarded a contract for the provision of a Double Blind Pragmatic Randomised Controlled Trial (BOAT) to Eramol (UK) Ltd. This trial, aimed at reducing exacerbations in bronchiectasis patients using azithromycin, falls under the pharmaceutical products category. The procurement method used was an open procedure, and the contract, valued at approximately £312,354.95, was officially signed on 20th September 2024. The trust, located at Regent Point, Newcastle Upon Tyne, will conduct the trial over 24 months, with an optional extension of a further 12 months.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in clinical trials and pharmaceutical supplies, particularly those with expertise in advanced medical research and long-term antibiotic treatments. Companies able to provide innovative solutions and demonstrate a strong capacity for managing clinical trials within a healthcare setting would be well-suited to compete. The trust's focus on high-priority health initiatives implies potential future collaborations and tenders, fostering long-term business relationships and sector advancement.

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Notice Title

Double Blind Pragmatic Randomised Controlled Trial (BOAT)

Notice Description

The Newcastle Upon Tyne NHS Foundation Trust has awarded a contract for the Provision of a Double Blind Pragmatic Randomised Controlled Trial: Bronchiectasis Optimising Azithromycin prevention Treatment to reduce exacerbations (BOAT) via open procedure to the supplier Eramol for 24 months with the option to extend for a further 12 months.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Trust undertakes clinical trials within the main pharmacy departments with the responsibility for coordinating the dispensing process for the numerous commercial and non-commercial clinical trials conducted throughout the Newcastle Hospitals. The Pharmacy departing is currently reviewing the uncertainty about how best to use long-term antibiotics in people with Bronchiectasis to reduce the risk of future exacerbations.
Although guidelines are consistent in recommending azithromycin as the prophylactic antibiotic of choice, there are distinct differences between them, notably in eligibility criteria for azithromycin chemoprophylaxis, dose, and duration of treatment.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further 12 month period

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-046e40
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035124-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£312,354 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Sep 20241 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 NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Rebecca Dexter
Contact Email
rebecca.dexter@nhs.net
Contact Phone
+44 1912137523

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE7 7DN
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC2 Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Dene & South Gosforth
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ERAMOL (UK

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