Planning

NHS Generic Pharmaceuticals - Wave 16b

NHS ENGLAND

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Planning

21 May 2025 at 17:58

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS England has initiated a public procurement process titled "NHS Generic Pharmaceuticals - Wave 16b", targeting the acquisition of pharmaceutical and housekeeping products across multiple UK regions, such as the Central and South West areas. This procurement, currently in the planning stage, is summarised in a pipeline notice published on 21st May 2025. The tender aims to cover a broad geographic scope including regions like the UKC, UKD, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKJ, and UKK, with the planned contract period spanning from 1st October 2027 to 30th September 2029. The procurement falls under the goods category, with a gross value of approximately £246.99 million. A framework agreement is anticipated, with a communication notice set for 1st December 2026. The procurement method involves a planned lot, with continuous review expected as it progresses to a tender release.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly those dealing with oral and housekeeping products. SMEs will find it accessible, as the lot suitability criteria are inclusive. Participation can lead to substantial growth owing to the scale and duration of the contract. The procurement offers a prime prospect for firms equipped with the capability to supply across the targeted UK regions, enhancing their profile and market reach within the public sector. Businesses experienced in fulfilling government contracts will be particularly well-suited to compete, benefiting from the stability and potential expansion that such a long-term engagement with NHS England might offer.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NHS Generic Pharmaceuticals - Wave 16b

Notice Description

Wave 16b DCE & DSW (Central and South West Regions), Oral Products and Housekeeping Products for remaining regions

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051c44
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024371-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline 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
£205,833,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Dec 202610 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2027 - 30 Sep 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
england.generics@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Further Information

Notice Documents

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