Planning

NHS National Framework Tenofovir alafenamide/Emtricitabine 200/10mg & 200/25mg (Descovy or eqv)

NHS ENGLAND

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26 Mar 2026 at 17:05

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

12 Mar 2026 at 15:56

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS England is in the planning stages of a procurement process for the NHS National Framework involving Tenofovir alafenamide and Emtricitabine tablets, aiming to substitute or complement products like Descovy. Located in London, NHS England represents a central government public authority and is initiating an open procedure for procuring goods in the pharmaceutical industry. This planned procurement carries significant value, exceeding the threshold with a budget of £63 million. The contract, designed to include a framework agreement, will cover multiple regions across the United Kingdom starting in February 2027. Key communication dates include an expected notice publication by 29th July 2026.

The forthcoming procurement offers substantial business growth opportunities for pharmaceutical suppliers, especially those specialising in producing these specific molecules. Small and medium-sized enterprises are particularly encouraged to participate, benefitting from a planned contract period with potential renewals until 2030. The open procedure adopted allows for wider participation, fostering competitiveness and innovation in the industry. Businesses with the ability to distribute within the United Kingdom across regions such as the North West, East Midlands, and South East, among others, will find this framework particularly appealing.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NHS National Framework Tenofovir alafenamide/Emtricitabine 200/10mg & 200/25mg (Descovy or eqv)

Notice Description

NHS National Framework Tenofovir alafenamide/Emtricitabine 200/10mg & 200/25mg (Descovy or eqv) Suppliers who are planning to introduce the molecules detailed in the framework title, or who have any questions regarding a potential upcoming procurement exercise, are invited to contact the MPSC New Market Developments Team. Please email barbara.sly@nhs.net, marie.graney1@nhs.net, and katie.noonan@nhs.net

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0668be
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028180-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£63,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
29 Jul 20263 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2027 - 31 Jan 2028 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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
Post Town
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), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Further Information

Notice Documents

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