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01 May 2026 at 11:53

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10 Mar 2026 at 15:23

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15 Dec 2025 at 10:35

Tender

18 Nov 2025 at 14:00

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for NHS England's "NHS Intravenous (IV) Fluids, Topical Solutions, Urological Solutions & Gelatins" framework has successfully concluded. NHS England, located in London, is the buying organisation managing this open procedure, which adheres to the legal framework of UKPGA 2023/54. The tender, which commenced on 1st June 2026, spans a base period until 31st May 2028, with potential extensions for up to 24 months. The procurement targeted the pharmaceutical industry, with a focus on goods, thereby addressing a broad geographical area across the UK regions such as UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. The award phase, concluded on 1st May 2026, included multiple lots, with significant awards made to suppliers like B. Braun Medical Limited and Baxter Healthcare Ltd among others.

This tender provides substantial business growth prospects for suppliers within the pharmaceutical goods sector, notably those dealing in IV fluids and related solutions. The framework's duration and potential for extension secure long-term business relationships and recurring supply opportunities. Businesses with capabilities in large-scale distribution and those with a focus on added-value services could position themselves competitively. Opportunities exist for both large enterprises and SMEs, with the procurement encouraging diverse supplier participation. The clear scope and extensive regional coverage highlight promising avenues for experienced pharmaceutical suppliers looking to consolidate their standing within the NHS supply chain.

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Notice Title

NHS Intravenous (IV) Fluids, Topical Solutions, Urological Solutions & Gelatins - 1 June 2026

Notice Description

NHS National Proprietary Pharmaceuticals - Intravenous (IV) Fluids, Topical Solutions, Urological Solutions & Gelatins 1 June 2026 - CM/PHR/25/5727 Period of Framework Agreement: 1 June 2026 to 31 May 2028 with an option or option(s) to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 24 months. CM/PHR/25/5727/01 - High Use Lines Regionally Awarded to 1 Supplier CM/PHR/25/5727/02 - Not Regionally Awarded Lines CM/PHR/25/5727/03 - All Lines in Lot 1 and Lot 2, available only to Aseptic Units from any Supplier CM/PHR/25/5727/04 - Added Value Services

Lot Information

Lot 1 - CM/PHR/25/5727/01

CM/PHR/25/5727/01 - High Use Lines Regionally Awarded to 1 Supplier

Options: An option or option(s) to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 24 months

Renewal: An option or option(s) to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 24 months

Lot 2 - CM/PHR/25/5727/02

CM/PHR/25/5727/02 - Not Regionally Awarded Lines

Options: An option or option(s) to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 24 months

Renewal: An option or option(s) to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 24 months

Lot 3 - CM/PHR/25/5727/03

CM/PHR/25/5727/03 - All Lines in Lot 1 and Lot 2, available only to Aseptic Units from any Supplier

Options: An option or option(s) to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 24 months

Renewal: An option or option(s) to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 24 months

Lot 4 - CM/PHR/25/5727/04

CM/PHR/25/5727/04 - Added Value Services

Options: An option or option(s) to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 24 months

Renewal: An option or option(s) to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 24 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e360
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040428-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

85149000 - Pharmacy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£483,000,001 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£483,000,001 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
£308,186,708 £100M-£1B
Contracts Value
£308,186,708 £100M-£1B

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Feb 20266 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jun 2026 - 31 May 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active, Pending
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS England
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
Postcode Area
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), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
8
Supplier Names

Aguettant Ltd

B. Braun Medical Limited

Baxter Healthcare Ltd

Eleanor Hospital Logistics

Ennogen Healthcare International Limited

Fresenius Kabi Limited

THE TPS HEALTHCARE GROUP LIMITED

Tecrapharm (Germany) GmbH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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