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Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, also known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), has completed a procurement process for the supply of Rezolsta tablets, specifically aimed at NHSScotland. This process took place in the health industry sector, mainly covering locations within Scotland. The framework agreement, signed on 10 January 2018, followed a limited procurement method without prior publication of a call for competition due to the unique protection of patented medicines. The procurement classification was centred on goods, with key details including the complete status of the tender and a specific delivery location stipulated for all entities under the National Health Services (Scotland) Act.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for pharmaceutical companies that can provide Rezolsta or similar health-related goods. Businesses with capabilities in the healthcare supply chain, especially those familiar with the public procurement frameworks in the health sector, would be well-suited to compete. With NHS Scotland's ongoing demand for protected medicines, suppliers well-versed in pharmaceutical distribution or those offering innovative healthcare solutions may find advantageous positions in future tenders.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Supply of Rezolsta

Notice Description

The supply of Rezolsta tablets to NHSScotland

Lot Information

Lot 1

This procurement is for the supply of Rezolsta tablets to NHSScotland.

Procurement Information

The medicines awarded to this framework agreement are, and will continue to be, protected by patent for the duration of the framework agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000519801
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB309575
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award 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

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Feb 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jan 20188 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

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

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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