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NP49426a Transition Medicines

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as Public Services Delivery Scotland) (PSD Scotland)

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20 May 2026 at 11:34

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, more commonly known as Public Services Delivery Scotland (PSD Scotland), is conducting a procurement process titled "NP49426a Transition Medicines" for NHS Scotland. This tender, categorized under pharmaceutical products, is situated in the UKM region and is currently in the tendering stage. It aims to establish a framework agreement for the supply of a wide range of medicines including RSV Immunisations, Skin Medicines, and Cancer Medicines, amongst others. The procurement method being an open procedure, invites suppliers to electronically submit their tenders by 22nd June 2026. The framework agreement is designed to accommodate a maximum of 50 suppliers, covering an initial contract period with numerous extensions up to specific months, varying across different lots.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in pharmaceutical supplies to engage with NHS Scotland. Companies that specialize in categories such as cardiology, dermatology, oncology, or psychiatry, and can assure high standards of supply chain management and competitive pricing, are well-suited to compete. With a notable emphasis on community benefits, businesses with a commitment to local impact and sustainability will find an added advantage. The requirement for a valid UK Marketing Authorisation and ISO 9001 certification underscores the need for businesses with established compliance and quality assurance systems to participate in this expansive procurement opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NP49426a Transition Medicines

Notice Description

Supply of Transition Medicines to NHS Scotland.

Lot Information

RSV Immunisations

Supply of RSV Monoclonal Antibody Medicines to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as an unranked multi supplier Framework Agreement per product line.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Skin Medicines

Supply of skin medicines to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a ranked multi supplier Framework Agreement per product line.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of thirty-three (33) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Analgesics, Anaesthetics & MSD Generics

Supply of Analgesics, Anaesthetics & MSD Generics medicines to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a ranked multi supplier Framework Agreement per product line.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of thirty-two (32) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Psychiatry and Neurology Medicines

Supply of Psychiatry and Neurology Medicines to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a ranked multi supplier Framework Agreement per product line.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-two (22) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Cancer Medicines

Supply of Cancer Medicines to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a ranked multi supplier Framework Agreement per product line.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of forty-one (41) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Gastrointestinal, Endocrine, Nutrition, Blood Medicines

Supply of Gastrointestinal, Endocrine, Nutrition, Blood Medicines to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a ranked multi supplier Framework Agreement per product line.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of thirty-six (36) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Antimicrobial and Genitourinary Medicines

Supply of Antimicrobial and Genitourinary Medicines to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a ranked multi supplier Framework Agreement per product line.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of fifteen (15) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Cardiovascular, Respiratory, and HIV Medicines

Supply of Cardiovascular, Respiratory, and HIV Medicines to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a ranked multi supplier Framework Agreement per product line.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of thirty-one (31) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069d17
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046248-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£61,847,781 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£78,933,168 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as Public Services Delivery Scotland) (PSD Scotland)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Further Information

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