Planning

Wholesale Pharmaceutical Framework

GUY'S AND ST THOMAS' NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Planning

30 May 2025 at 20:36

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is currently in the planning stage for the "Wholesale Pharmaceutical Framework", initiated by Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, a central government public authority based in London, United Kingdom. This tender involves pharmaceutical products and falls under the category of goods. The framework is anticipated to start on 9th March 2026 and continue until 10th March 2028, with a potential extension until 10th March 2034. Interested parties should note that communication regarding future notices is expected by 30th January 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for pharmaceutical wholesalers, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs), to partner with NHS healthcare organisations. Businesses that can offer comprehensive pharmaceutical products within a framework agreement will find this procurement appealing. The contract's planned status and the provision for renewal suggest potential long-term collaboration opportunities, making it an attractive prospect for companies aiming to expand their market presence and solidify their reputation in the healthcare sector.

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Notice Title

Wholesale Pharmaceutical Framework

Notice Description

NHS LPP is considering the procurement of a framework agreement for pharmaceutical wholesaler services for NHS healthcare organisations. Progression and the final structure and scope of the framework are subject to change following a market needs assessment. This procurement will be subject to subsequent approvals from the internal LPP Executive, NHSE Commercial Efficiencies Optimisation Programme and Cabinet Office Spend Controls

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052a28
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028955-2025
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 May 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Mar 2026 - 10 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GUY'S AND ST THOMAS' NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
customer@lpp.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 9RT
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)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
London Bridge & West Bermondsey
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

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