Planning

Compounded Aseptic Medicines

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

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Planning

09 Apr 2025 at 14:21

Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS) is planning a procurement for a Framework Agreement titled "Compounded Aseptic Medicines". The buying organisation operates within the health industry category, specifically focusing on pharmaceutical products. This procurement, classified under goods, is intended to supply unlicensed, aseptically compounded, ready-to-use medicines in syringes and infusion bags to NHS Scotland. The process is currently in the planning stage, with significant upcoming dates including a supplier briefing day and the future notice date on 20th June 2025. The delivery region for this procurement is the United Kingdom, particularly Scotland.

This tender presents robust opportunities for businesses specialising in pharmaceutical products, particularly those with capabilities in producing aseptically compounded medicines. Small to large pharmaceutical manufacturers, especially those experienced in dealing with NHS contracts and pharmaceutical supplies, will find this tender beneficial for growth. The method of procurement involves a Framework Agreement, which can offer long-term supply opportunities for those businesses that meet the stringent requirements and quality standards set by NHS National Services Scotland. Integration into this framework can enhance a business's portfolio and credibility within the health sector.

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Notice Title

Compounded Aseptic Medicines

Notice Description

This Framework Agreement is for the supply of unlicensed, aseptically compounded, ready to use medicines in syringe and infusion bags to NHS Scotland.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This Framework Agreement is for the supply of unlicensed, aseptically compounded, ready to use medicines in syringe and infusion bags to NHS Scotland. The medicines that will be included within this agreement as well as the lot structure will be advised at time of tender.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04ffdb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014034-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
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
19 Jun 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)
Contact Name
Stephanie Hammel
Contact Email
stephanie.hammel@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312756000

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

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