Planning

NHS National Framework for Transition products (Nilotinib and Ticagrelor)

NHS ENGLAND

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Planning

09 Apr 2025 at 11:44

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS England is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process to establish the NHS National Framework for Transition products, including Nilotinib and Ticagrelor. This initiative, aimed at the pharmaceutical products industry, involves a framework agreement commencing on 1st September 2025 and is set to run until 31st January 2027, with potential extensions up to 2029. Based in Leeds, United Kingdom, NHS England is seeking supplier engagement by 25th April 2025, indicating the preparation for a detailed tender phase. The total value of the contract may amount to approximately £34.85 million gross. Key compliance with UK Public Contracts Regulations is ensured, offering a structured procurement method.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in the production and supply of pharmaceutical products, particularly those specialising in cardiovascular medication. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to participate, as the framework agreement has been structured to accommodate the capabilities of smaller suppliers. Companies that can provide Nilotinib and Ticagrelor efficiently and meet the demanding standards of NHS England will find this an advantageous contract, offering substantial business growth and a stable supply relationship with a prominent public authority.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NHS National Framework for Transition products (Nilotinib and Ticagrelor)

Notice Description

Project title: NHS National Framework for Transition products (Nilotinib and Ticagrelor) commencing 1st September 2025 Offer reference number: CM/TNS/24/5721 Period of framework agreement: Dates detailed below, with an option or options to extend (at the discretion of the Authority) up to maximum of 24 months. Potential periods of call-offs under the framework agreement: CM/TNS/24/5721/01 - Nilotinib and Ticagrelor Lot 1 DCE/DNW/DNE: 01/09/2025 to 31/01/2027 (17 months) Lot 2 DLN/DLS/DSW: 01/09/2025 to 31/01/2027 (17 months) Published By: Medicines Procurement and Supply Chain - NHS Medicines Value & Access, NHS England

Planning Information

NHS England is pleased to invite suppliers to contact us in relation to the upcoming tender for NHS National Framework for Transition products commencing 1st September 2025 (Ticagrelor and Nilotinib ) Please contact katie.noonan@nhs.net for further information and/or to register your interest.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04ff91
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013939-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£29,042,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Apr 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Jan 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
katie.noonan@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 4AP
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Hunslet & Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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