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Amphotericin (Ambisome(r))

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) ("NSS")

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01 Aug 2017 at 01:00

OJEU - F15 - Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland, is conducting a procurement process for the supply of Amphotericin (Ambisome®) 50mg liposomal injections to NHS Scotland. This procurement falls under the goods category within the health industry and is currently in the Award stage, having been completed on 31st July 2017. The method of procurement was limited, awarded without prior publication of a call for competition due to the lack of generic alternatives available in the market after the expiration of the patent. The procurement process covers all entities constituted under the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in pharmaceuticals, particularly those involved in injectable medications or in the production of specialty health products. Companies capable of demonstrating expertise in the manufacturing process for liposomal injections will be particularly well-suited for competitive participation. Engaging in this contract could enhance a business’s portfolio within the healthcare sector, especially for those looking to expand their footprint in public health supplies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Amphotericin (Ambisome(r))

Notice Description

The supply of Amphotericin (Ambisome(r)) 50mg liposomal injections to NHS Scotland.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The supply of Amphotericin (Ambisome(r)) 50mg liposomal injections to NHS Scotland.

Procurement Information

Although the patent has expired on Ambisome(r) there is no generic competition in the market place due to the difficulties in replicating the manufacturing process.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000505021
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG291426
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F15 - Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
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

33690000 - Various medicinal products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Aug 20179 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jul 20179 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) ("NSS")
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

Notice Documents

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