Planning

NHS National Framework for Tofacitinib

NHS ENGLAND

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Planning

23 Apr 2026 at 07:14

Summary of the contracting process

NHS England is overseeing the procurement process for the NHS National Framework for Tofacitinib within the pharmaceutical industry, focusing primarily on pharmaceutical products. The tender, currently in the planning stage, is set to reach the bidding phase by a future notice date of 1st September 2026. It encompasses regions within the United Kingdom including UKC, UKD, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKJ, and UKK, with an anticipated contract period from 1st June 2027 to 31st May 2028, and potential extensions until 31st May 2030. The procurement method being employed is an open procedure, inviting broad participation, with a gross contract value of GBP 13,320,000.

This procurement process is structured to foster substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for suppliers involved in pharmaceutical products. Businesses capable of introducing Tofacitinib to the NHS framework and engaging in supply chain development across various UK regions will find this contract advantageous. Companies classified under SMEs are encouraged to compete, indicating a broad accessibility for both established and emerging enterprises seeking to expand their market presence. The open procedure facilitates transparent competition, allowing eligible suppliers to leverage their expertise and expand service delivery within the healthcare sector. Suppliers can reach out to the MPSC New Market Developments Team for further information or clarification at the specified contact points.

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Notice Title

NHS National Framework for Tofacitinib

Notice Description

Project title: NHS National Framework for Tofacitinib Offer reference number: CM/TNS/26/5752 Suppliers who are planning to introduce the molecule(s) 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-06891b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036861-2026
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
£11,100,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Sep 20265 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2027 - 31 May 2028 1-2 years
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

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