This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

24 Oct 2025 at 15:45

Tender

23 Jun 2025 at 11:28

Planning

13 Feb 2025 at 16:31

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for NP31325 Parenteral Nutrition Products is being undertaken by The Common Services Agency, commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), headquartered in Edinburgh. The project concerns the supply of parenteral nutrition products for adult, paediatric, and neonatal patients within NHS Scotland, classified under the industry category of Pharmaceutical Products (CPV code: 33600000). The procurement is currently in the award stage, following the open procedure method. The process covers multiple lots with specific focus areas such as Parenteral Nutrition Components and Consumables, with key contracts being signed in early October 2025. The delivery covers all regions constituted under the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978, focusing on sustainability criteria and quality standards.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities within the pharmaceutical sector, particularly for companies specialising in medical nutrition, large-scale pharmaceutical manufacturing, and medical packaging. The contracted framework offers a platform for both experienced and capable suppliers to establish long-term partnerships with NHS Scotland through sustainable and innovative solutions in the sector—offering a competitive edge to suppliers that prioritise quality, sustainability, and reliability. Companies like B Braun Medical, Baxter Healthcare Ltd, and Fresenius Kabi, all large-scale suppliers, have already capitalised on these opportunities, indicating the potential for high-value contracts and consistent collaboration with a trusted public health entity.

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Notice Title

NP31325 Parenteral Nutrition Products

Notice Description

Supply of Parenteral Nutrition Products for Adult, Paediatric and Neonatal Patients within NHS Scotland.

Lot Information

Parenteral Nutrition Components

Supply of Parenteral Nutrition Components to NHS Scotland. The Authority has awarded this Lot as a unranked multi-supplier framework per line to three (3) Framework Participants.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Licensed Multi-Chamber Parenteral Nutrition Bags (Adults and Paediatrics)

Supply of Licensed Multi-Chamber Parenteral Nutrition Bags (Adults and Paediatrics) to NHS Scotland. The Authority has awarded this Lot as a unranked multi-supplier framework per line to three (3) Framework Participants.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Unlicensed Compounded Muti-Chamber Parenteral Nutrition Bags (Adults and Paediatrics)

Supply of Unlicensed Compounded Muti-Chamber Parenteral Nutrition Bags (Adults and Paediatrics) to NHS Scotland. The Authority has awarded this Lot as a unranked multi-supplier framework per line to three (3) Framework Participants.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Unlicensed Compounded Parenteral Nutrition Bags for Neonates

Supply of Unlicensed Compounded Parenteral Nutrition Bags for Neonates to NHS Scotland. The Authority has awarded this Lot as a unranked multi-supplier framework per line to one (1) Framework Participant.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Unlicensed Lipid Emulsion Parenteral Nutrition Bags with Vitamins for Neonates

Supply of Unlicensed Lipid Emulsion Parenteral Nutrition Bags with Vitamins for Neonates to NHS Scotland. The Authority has awarded this Lot as a unranked multi-supplier framework per line to one (1) Framework Participant.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Parenteral Nutrition Consumables

Supply of Parenteral Nutrition Consumables to NHS Scotland. The Authority has awarded this Lot as a unranked multi-supplier framework per line to three (3) Framework Participants.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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-04dede
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068291-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning 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

33692200 - Parenteral nutrition products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£8,756,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£8,756,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£12,134,736 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Oct 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
7 May 2025Expired
Award Date
7 Oct 202510 months 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
4
Supplier Names

B Braun Medical

Baxter Healthcare Ltd

Fresenius Kabi Limited

ITH Pharma Ltd

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