NHS National Framework for Aripiprazole prolonged release injection

NHS ENGLAND

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

27 May 2026 at 12:46

Planning

02 Apr 2026 at 10:05

Planning

12 Mar 2026 at 15:56

Summary of the contracting process

NHS England has initiated the tender process for the NHS National Framework for Aripiprazole prolonged release injection. The procurement is managed by the Medicines Procurement and Supply Chain - NHS Medicines Value & Access team. This open procedure is categorised under pharmaceutical products, with delivery locations covering multiple regions in the United Kingdom. The framework agreement is slated to begin on 1st February 2027, with various lots running for durations ranging from 8 to 24 months, and potential extensions at the authority's discretion. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 26th June 2026, the end of the enquiry period on 19th June 2026, and the award period concluding on 29th July 2026. The tender represents the most recent and active stage of the procurement process, with NHS England serving as the contracting authority, located in London.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for firms engaged in the pharmaceutical sector. With a total framework value of £29,360,400, it presents an attractive prospect for businesses capable of supplying pharmaceutical goods, specifically SMEs, as the procurement process emphasises suitability for small and medium-sized enterprises. Companies with experience in delivering pharmaceutical products across the UK are well-positioned to participate, given the open nature of the procedure. Businesses interested in expanding their reach in the public health sector and keen on fostering long-term relationships with a central government authority like NHS England should consider engaging in this tender process.

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Notice Title

NHS National Framework for Aripiprazole prolonged release injection

Notice Description

Project title: NHS National Framework for Aripiprazole prolonged release injection commencing 1st February 2027 Offer reference number: CM/TNS/26/5741 Period of framework agreement: Dates detailed below, with an option or options to extend (at the discretion of the Authority) up to a maximum of 24 months. CM/TNS/26/5741 Aripiprazole prolonged release injection Lot 1 CESW 01/02/2027 to 30/09/2027 (8 months) Lot 2 NWLN 01/02/2027 to 31/01/2029 (24 months) Lot 3 LSNE 01/02/2027 to 31/05/2028 (16 months) Published By: Medicines Procurement and Supply Chain - NHS Medicines Value & Access, NHS England

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Option or options to extend (at the discretion of the Authority) up to a maximum of 24 months

Planning Information

NHS England is seeking to engage with current or potential new suppliers that are planning to launch any of the molecules that will be covered by this procurement. Interested suppliers will be invited to a virtual preliminary market engagement meeting. The purpose of these sessions is to update suppliers regarding timelines and to discuss product details, product launches during the proposed framework period, tender structure, and KPI's. Please contact katie.noonan@nhs.net or marie.graney1@nhs.net to register your interest in tendering for this framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0668bf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049710-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender 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
£24,467,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£24,467,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20264 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jun 20261 day to go
Future Notice Date
27 May 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2027 - 31 Jan 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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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