Tender

Transitional Drugs 7

NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP - PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE NHS TRUST)

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

10 Apr 2026 at 11:50

Planning

08 Apr 2026 at 09:44

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership - Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre NHS Trust, has initiated an active tender process titled "Transitional Drugs 7." This procurement is centred around the provision of pharmaceutical products, including drugs such as Eculizumab and Tocilizumab, that have lost or are set to lose market exclusivity. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, allowing for broad participation. The tender is valued at approximately £64.28 million gross and is categorised under goods procurement within the pharmaceutical industry. It is expected to be fulfilled throughout Wales, with the contract period commencing on 1st July 2026 and potentially extending until 30th June 2030, considering the renewal options. Key deadlines include an expression of interest deadline on 29th May 2026, with the award period concluding on 8th June 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in the pharmaceutical sector, particularly those capable of supplying high-quality pharmaceutical products. With a significant financial value attributed to this contract, there is immense potential for both new entrants and established SMEs to expand their market presence and leverage this opportunity for growth. The open procedure nature of this procurement process ensures wide accessibility, enabling a competitive environment for those who can meet the stringent quality and cost criteria outlined. Businesses equipped to deliver environmental, social value, and community benefits alongside high-quality products and competitive pricing would be well-positioned to compete in this tender.

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Notice Title

Transitional Drugs 7

Notice Description

The provision of Drugs which have lost or are shortly to lose exclusivity, namely Eculizumab; Icatibant; Nintedanib; Omalizumab; Tocilizumab

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extension option of up to 2 years available.

Planning Information

This notice is being issued to advise suppliers of a forthcoming opportunity that is due to be published by Velindre NHS Trust, NHS Shared Services Partnership - Procurement Services (on behalf of All Wales Health Boards and Trusts). There is no formal engagement process for this opportunity. Any suppliers who may like more information on this opportunity before the tender is published, please contact Jennifer Tresilian (jennifer.tresilian@wales.nhs.uk)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067da4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032804-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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
£53,566,932 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£53,566,932 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
11 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
10 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 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 WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP - PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE NHS TRUST)
Additional Buyers

NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF14 3UZ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Gabalfa
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

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