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Award

21 May 2025 at 16:24

Tender

17 Sep 2024 at 14:58

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for Biologic and Biosimilar Medicines was initiated by eTenderwales, a central purchasing body and buyer under Velindre NHS Trust, NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership. The tender, titled "Biologic and Biosimilar Medicines," falls under the pharmaceutical products category (CPV code 33600000) and is concerned with the procurement of goods. Located in the UK, the procurement involved an open procedure method. Key dates include the tender's publication on 17th September 2024, the end of the tender period on 18th October 2024, with the contract period slated to start on 1st July 2025 and end on 30th June 2028. The process aims to cater to entities across the UK and specifically the UKL region. The procurement process is currently in the award stage, with the contract having been signed on 23rd April 2025.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for suppliers within the pharmaceutical industry focused on biologic and biosimilar products. Large-scale pharmaceutical companies are particularly well-suited to compete given the scale and technical requirements involved. The procurement is structured to allow multiple suppliers, creating a competitive arena that fosters innovation and efficiency. Businesses can tap into a substantial market, as the framework agreement spans three years with an option to extend by one year, offering a stable, long-term opportunity for growth within the healthcare sector. This procurement supports strategic partnerships and can elevate the participating businesses' profiles, especially those capable of meeting the delivery needs across diverse regions in the UK.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Biologic and Biosimilar Medicines

Notice Description

Biologic and Biosimilar Medicines

Lot Information

Homecare Multi Supplier

Biosimilars and Biologics

Renewal: Retendered after 3 year contract with an option to extend for 12months

Rituximab

Procurement for the provision of Rituximab.

Renewal: Retendered after 3 year contract with an option to extend for 12months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-049b93
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024261-2025
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
£70,828,856 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£70,828,856 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£96,642,400 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Apr 20251 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jul 2025 - 30 Jun 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
eTenderwales
Additional Buyers

Velindre NHS Trust, NHS Shared Services Partnership - Procurement Services (on behalf of All Wales Health Boards and Trusts)

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWPORT
Postcode
NP10 8BE
Postcode Area
Newport
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport
Delivery Location
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Newport
Electoral Ward
Tredegar Park and Marshfield
Westminster Constituency
Newport West and Islwyn

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
19
Supplier Names

Abbvie Ltd

Accord-UK Ltd

Amgen Ltd

Biogen Idec Limited

Biosimilar Collaborations Ireland Limited

Celltrion Healthcare United Kingdom Limited

Dr Reddy's

Eli Lilly and Company Limited

Fresenius Kabi Ltd

Gedeon Richter (UK) LImited

Janssen-Cilag Ltd

Organon Pharmaceuticals UK Ltd

Pfizer Ltd

Roche Products Ltd

Sandoz Ltd

Sun Pharma UK Ltd

Teva UK Ltd

Thornton & Ross Ltd

Zentiva Pharma UK Limited

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