Tender

NP49425 Generic and Biosimilar Transition Medicines

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

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TenderUpdate

04 Sep 2025 at 16:01

Tender

21 Aug 2025 at 09:55

Planning

05 Aug 2025 at 15:26

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "NP49425 Generic and Biosimilar Transition Medicines" is managed by The Common Services Agency, recognised as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS). It aims to supply various pharmaceutical products, specifically generic and biosimilar transition medicines, to NHS Scotland. This procurement falls under the goods category with a focus on pharmaceutical products. The procurement is currently at the tender update stage as of 4th September 2025, with the tender period closing on 24th September 2025. The procurement location is the United Kingdom, specifically Scotland, and involves multiple lots focusing on different medicine categories.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly those specialising in the supply of generic and biosimilar medications. Companies with robust supply chains that can meet the high-quality standards and regulatory requirements set by the NHS Scotland have the potential to benefit from this extensive framework agreement. The open procurement method allows for diverse participation, giving established pharmaceutical suppliers as well as emerging businesses a chance to showcase their product lines. Additionally, businesses that can offer competitive pricing while adhering to the quality benchmarks outlined in the award criteria may find lucrative partnership opportunities within this framework.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NP49425 Generic and Biosimilar Transition Medicines

Notice Description

Supply of generic and biosimilar transition medicines to NHS Scotland.

Lot Information

Cancer Medicines (Group 1)

Supply of cancer medicines (group 1) to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a ranked multi supplier Framework Agreement per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes will be found within the ITT documents once published.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of thirty-six (36) 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.

Cytokine Modulators (Golimumab, Tocilizumab, and Etanercept)

Supply of cytokine modulators (golimumab, tocilizumab, and etanercept) to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as an unranked multi supplier Framework Agreement per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes will be found within the ITT documents once published.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of thirty-five (35) 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.

Cytokine Modulators (Omalizumab)

Supply of cytokine modulators (omalizumab) to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as an unranked multi supplier Framework Agreement per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes will be found within the ITT documents once published.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of thirty-five (35) 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.

Gastrointestinal, Endocrine, Blood, and Multiple Sclerosis Medicines

Supply of gastrointestinal, endocrine, blood, and multiple sclerosis medicines to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a ranked multi supplier Framework Agreement per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes will be found within the ITT documents once published.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of thirty (30) 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.

Denosumab (Osteoporosis) and Ferric Carboxymaltose

Supply of denosumab (osteoporosis) and ferric carboxymaltose to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as an unranked multi supplier Framework Agreement per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes will be found within the ITT documents once published.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of thirty (30) 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.

Apremilast

Supply of apremilast to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a ranked multi supplier Framework Agreement per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes will be found within the ITT documents once published.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-seven (27) 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.

Cardiovascular and Respiratory Medicines

Supply of cardiovascular and respiratory medicines to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a ranked multi supplier Framework Agreement per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes will be found within the ITT documents once published.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-one (21) 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.

Nintedanib

Supply of nintedanib to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a ranked multi supplier Framework Agreement per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes will be found within the ITT documents once published.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-one (21) 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.

Cancer Medicines (Group 2)

Supply of cancer medicines (group 2) to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as an unranked multi supplier Framework Agreement per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes will be found within the ITT documents once published.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of thirty-six (36) 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.

Psychiatry and Neurology Medicines

Supply of psychiatry and neurology medicines to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a ranked multi supplier Framework Agreement per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes will be found within the ITT documents once published.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of seventeen (17) 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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0581ea
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054079-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

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
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
£234,969,011 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£234,969,011 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Sep 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
14 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 30 Sep 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)
Contact Name
Cameron Wright
Contact Email
cameron.wright@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 7870831908

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

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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