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Planning

03 Jul 2026 at 08:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves NHS England as the buying organisation, concerning a project titled "NHS National Framework for Abatacept Injection." This tender falls under the pharmaceutical products category with several delivery locations across the United Kingdom, including regions such as UKC, UKD, and UKF, among others. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a future notice date set for 1st April 2027. The open procedure procurement method is being utilised, and the contract period is planned to start on 1st January 2028, with a potential extension until 31st December 2030. The gross estimated value of the contract is GBP 77,760,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly for those capable of supplying Abatacept Injection. SMEs are encouraged to participate, as the procurement strategy explicitly includes suitability for small and medium enterprises. Engaging in this framework can provide sustained business growth through long-term contracts with the NHS, a central government public authority. Businesses with a strong supply chain network and the ability to deliver across various UK regions will be well-positioned to compete effectively in this process.

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Notice Title

NHS National Framework for Abatacept Injection

Notice Description

Project title: NHS National Framework for Abatacept Injection Offer reference number: CM/TNS/26/5764 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-06c2f5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062572-2026
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
£64,800,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Apr 20279 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2028 - 31 Dec 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

Further Information

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