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RMH - CAR-T Treatment

THE ROYAL MARSDEN NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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24 Oct 2025 at 10:22

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust has completed the procurement process for the "RMH - CAR-T Treatment", addressing a niche in the pharmaceutical industry. The process was managed under the direct procurement method, highlighting its specificity in offering CAR-T treatment, Obecel, for relapsed or refractory B-cell precursor acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. Based in London, the procurement process saw its award stage reached by 24th October 2025, with a contract period scheduled from 1st November 2025 to 31st October 2026. The direct award reflects the unique technical requirements and patient-specific nature of the treatment, with adherence to NHS England's strict standards. The total contract value is GBP 380,000.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in niche pharmaceutical applications, especially those capable of meeting stringent standards for cryogenic storage and handling. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria. Companies that have expertise in advanced medical treatments and can deliver patient-specific solutions are well-placed to capitalize on this procurement opportunity, expanding their footprint in public healthcare services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RMH - CAR-T Treatment

Notice Description

CAR-T treatment called Obecel developed to treat relapsed or refractory B-cell precursor acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (r/r B-ALL) which has recently become available to patients. The decision which treatment is most suitable applicable to a specific age group is a clinical one that would be decided by a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT). The product should meet strict NHS England standards for cryogenic storage and handling and RMH has such credentials.

Procurement Information

this particular field of treatment is very patient specific

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d335
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068116-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
£380,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE ROYAL MARSDEN NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Additional Buyers

CENTRAL LONDON COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
rachel.kline1@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW3 6JJ
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Marylebone
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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