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Romiplostim (Nplate(r))

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)

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03 Oct 2025 at 11:11

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10 Sep 2025 at 15:09

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process pertains to the supply of Romiplostim (Nplate®) to NHS Scotland, orchestrated by The Common Services Agency, commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS). This contract falls under the pharmaceutical products industry category. The process was conducted using a limited procurement method and was negotiated without prior publication of a contract notice due to the absence of competition for technical reasons, resulting from a Loss of Exclusivity on the patented medication. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract status being active as of 29th September 2025, and involves delivery across entities constituted under the National Health Service (Scotland) Act of 1978. The contract's total value amounts to £5,610,178 for a 22-month agreement period, signifying a crucial acquisition for NSS to ensure the continued supply of necessary medications.

This tender offers distinct opportunities for large pharmaceutical companies capable of supplying patented medications with unique expertise, like Amgen Ltd, the award winner in this case. The procurement process highlights the importance of having the capacity to supply specialised pharmaceutical products and navigating patent landscapes in highly regulated markets. It presents growth potential for businesses with strong research and development capabilities to develop or supply patented medicines, and those who can demonstrate unique technical offerings aligned with NHS Scotland’s procurement needs. Such tenders underscore the importance of strategic positioning in niche markets, targeting high-value, low-competition opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Romiplostim (Nplate(r))

Notice Description

Supply of Romiplostim (NPlate(r)) to NHS Scotland.

Procurement Information

The medicine awarded to this framework agreement was protected by patent however since (LOE) Loss of Exclusivity there has been no new competition entered the market and therefore the awarded supplier is the only supplier who can currently provide this medication.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0597b5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062047-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£5,610,178 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Sep 202511 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) (NSS)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Postcode Area
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Amgen Ltd

Further Information

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