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Provision of CAR-T Cells

THE CLATTERBRIDGE CANCER CENTRE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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06 Mar 2026 at 11:17

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust involves the direct award of a contract to GILEAD SCIENCES LTD for the provision of CAR-T cells. This contract, totalling £727,348, focuses on medical equipment and pharmaceutical products associated with patient care. The procurement falls under the healthcare industry category and is conducted as a direct award, a method chosen due to technical reasons specified by NHS England. This contract commenced on 6th March 2026 and concluded swiftly by 7th March 2026. The activities are set within the UKD region of the United Kingdom, specifically serving locations based in Bebington, Wirral.

This contract signifies substantial opportunities for growth in businesses specialising in pharmaceuticals and healthcare services, particularly those with expertise in CAR-T cell therapy. The direct procurement of these advanced medical products suggests a focus on cutting-edge technology, beneficial for large-scale suppliers with the capability to engage in complex biopharmaceutical supplies. Companies with a strong presence in pharmacy services and medical equipment are well-positioned to compete effectively in similar tender processes. This type of procurement not only caters to immediate healthcare needs but also enhances the standard and scope of cancer treatment services, promising potential future collaboration for businesses committed to innovative healthcare solutions.

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Notice Title

Provision of CAR-T Cells

Notice Description

Purchase of CAR-T cells direct with the supplier following the commissioning of the service.

Procurement Information

Commissioned and directive via NHSE

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0663c7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020298-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

85149000 - Pharmacy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£727,348 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£727,348 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
6 Mar 2026 - 6 Mar 2026 24 hours
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE CLATTERBRIDGE CANCER CENTRE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BEBINGTON, WIRRAL
Postcode
CH63 4JY
Post Town
Chester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD74 Wirral
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wirral
Electoral Ward
Clatterbridge
Westminster Constituency
Wirral West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GILEAD SCIENCES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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