Award

Enzyme Replacement Therapy Medicines

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

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

15 Aug 2024 at 10:45

Award

02 Jul 2024 at 12:22

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract "Enzyme Replacement Therapy Medicines" was conducted by The Common Services Agency, more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS). This tender falls under the pharmaceutical products industry category and aims to secure the supply of enzyme replacement therapy medicines including Velaglucerase alfa, Idursulfase, and Agalsidase alfa to NHS Scotland. The procurement was handled through a limited method, awarding a single supplier framework agreement to Takeda UK Limited. Key dates include the contract award announcement on 2nd July 2024 and the framework agreement covering a 24-month duration with a 12-month extension option. The contract is applicable to all entities under the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978 and any Integrated Joint Boards established under the new Public Bodies (Joint Working) Scotland Act 2014.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the pharmaceutical sector, particularly those specialising in enzyme replacement therapies. The exclusive rights and intellectual property protections governing this framework agreement make it ideal for businesses with the capability to produce these specific medicines. SMEs within this domain may find considerable growth potential through participation, especially given the substantial contract value of over £6 million. The chosen procurement method highlights a streamlined, competitive environment, providing a focused avenue for businesses meeting the specific criteria to engage effectively with NHS Scotland and contribute to public health improvements.

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Notice Title

Enzyme Replacement Therapy Medicines

Notice Description

Supply of Enzyme Replacement Therapy Medicines (e-g) to NHS Scotland: - NP92624(e) Velaglucerase alfa 400units powder for solution for infusion vials 1 vial (VPRIV(r)) - NP92624(f) Idursulfase 6mg/3ml solution for infusion vials 1 vial (Elaprase(r)) - NP92624(g) Agalsidase alfa 3.5mg/3.5ml solution for infusion vials 1 vial (Replagal(r))

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Framework Agreement is for the supply of Enzyme Replacement Therapy Medicines (e-g: VPRIV(r)/ Elaprase(r)/ Replagal(r)) to NHS Scotland. The Authority has awarded this framework as a Single supplier framework agreement to one (1) Framework Participant.

Procurement Information

The medicine to be awarded to the framework agreement is protected by exclusive rights, including intellectual property rights, in line with Regulation 33(1)(b)(iii) of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-047918
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025941-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£12,159,191 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jul 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 COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")
Additional Buyers

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

Contact Name
Michelle Semple
Contact Email
michelle.semple3@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1698794410

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
TLM Scotland

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TAKEDA

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