Planning

NHS National Framework for RALTEGRAVIR 400mg tablets, Etravirine 200mg tablets, Ritonavir 100mg

NHS ENGLAND

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

02 Apr 2026 at 10:05

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

12 Mar 2026 at 15:56

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS England is in the planning stage of a procurement process seeking suppliers for a National Framework, focusing on RALTEGRAVIR 400mg tablets, Etravirine 200mg tablets, and Ritonavir 100mg. As a public authority within the central government, NHS England is conducting market engagement sessions with interested suppliers to discuss timelines, product details, and tender structure. These sessions are scheduled to take place virtually, with a key date being 30th April 2026 for engaging with the market. The delivery regions include several across the United Kingdom, and the framework period is from 1st November 2026 to 31st October 2027, with options to extend up to 24 months. This procurement falls within the pharmaceutical products category, and the procurement method is through an open procedure, ensuring transparency and fair competition.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses within the pharmaceutical industry, particularly those looking to introduce or expand their product offerings in the UK market. With the procurement value approximating £1.8 million net, and a gross value of £2.16 million, it is suited for SMEs eager to enhance their market presence. Additionally, the framework agreement structure allows for long-term partnerships and potential contract renewals, providing stability and growth opportunities for suppliers who successfully meet NHS England's requirements. Businesses with capabilities in supplying high-quality pharmaceutical products and strategic market engagement experience are well-positioned to compete in this tender.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NHS National Framework for RALTEGRAVIR 400mg tablets, Etravirine 200mg tablets, Ritonavir 100mg

Notice Description

Project title: NHS National Framework for RALTEGRAVIR 400mg tablets, Etravirine 200mg tablets, Ritonavir 100mg Offer reference number: CM/TNS/26/5745 Period of framework: 1 November 2026 to 31 October 2027 with an option or options to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 24 months. Published By: Medicines Procurement and Supply Chain - NHS Medicines Value & Access, NHS England

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. Please indicate which products your company is planning to bring to market in your response.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0668c0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030757-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement 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
£1,800,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
27 May 20262 weeks 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

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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