OPDIVO (NIVOLUMAB) 600MG/5ML SOLUTION FOR INJECTION VIAL, 5 mL

BELFAST HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE TRUST

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Award

24 Jun 2026 at 13:14

Award

24 Jun 2026 at 09:59

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, overseen by the Belfast Health & Social Care Trust, involves the direct procurement of OPDIVO (NIVOLUMAB) 600MG/5ML solution for injection vials, a pharmaceutical product crucial for patient care. This contract was awarded to BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED due to the unique availability of these branded, patent-protected medicines. Situated primarily in Belfast, Northern Ireland, with a contract validity from July 2026 to June 2028, this procurement is categorized under goods and conducted through a direct award process in accordance with Northern Irish devolved regulations and UK legal frameworks.

Businesses operating within the pharmaceutical sector, especially those specialised in unique or patent-protected medication supply, can find growth opportunities through such direct procurement contracts. The award reflects a significant financial commitment of £3.3 million, offering extensive engagement opportunities for businesses meeting the specific supply conditions. It's particularly suited for larger suppliers or unique manufacturers like BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB, that can offer exclusive access to patented healthcare solutions.

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Notice Title

OPDIVO (NIVOLUMAB) 600MG/5ML SOLUTION FOR INJECTION VIAL, 5 mL

Notice Description

PROCUREMENT OF OPDIVO (NIVOLUMAB) 600MG/5ML SOLUTION FOR INJECTION VIAL, 5 mL

Procurement Information

These are branded patent protected medicines that are essential to patient care and are available from only one economic operator. The absence of competition is not a result of the artificial narrowing of the parameters of the procurement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bbe0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059457-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,300,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jun 2026Yesterday
Contract Period
5 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BELFAST HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE TRUST
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT12 6BA
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Falls
Westminster Constituency
Belfast West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB PHARMACEUTICALS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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