Planning

NHS National Framework for Aripiprazole prolonged release injection

NHS ENGLAND

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Planning

12 Mar 2026 at 15:56

Summary of the contracting process

NHS England is in the planning stage for the establishment of the NHS National Framework for Aripiprazole prolonged release injection, with an open procurement process anticipated. This procurement falls under the industry category of Pharmaceutical products, aiming to serve multiple regions across the United Kingdom. The planned contract period starts on 1st November 2026 and ends on 31st October 2027, with the potential to extend until 2029. The estimated value of this procurement is £54,000,000, excluding VAT. NHS England, a central government public authority, is facilitating this process from its offices in London and offers contact via email for queries regarding the procurement.

The NHS National Framework for Aripiprazole injection presents excellent opportunities, particularly for suppliers in the pharmaceutical sector. Businesses specialising in pharmaceutical goods, and especially those with capabilities in supplying or developing Aripiprazole molecules, would benefit from engaging with NHS England regarding this procurement. The open procedure implies a competitive landscape, yet it is suitable for SMEs, offering growth potential for smaller enterprises seeking to establish or expand their portfolio in public sector frameworks. Interested suppliers are encouraged to reach out to NHS England's New Market Developments Team for more information on upcoming procurement exercises.

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Notice Title

NHS National Framework for Aripiprazole prolonged release injection

Notice Description

NHS National Framework for Aripiprazole prolonged release injection 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

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0668bf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022493-2026
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
£54,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
27 May 20263 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

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