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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland), concerns the supply of Golimumab (Simponi ®) in both 50mg and 100mg syringes and pens to NHS Scotland. The contract has been awarded as a limited procurement method without prior publication of a call for competition. The delivery is targeted at all entities constituted pursuant to the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978. The contract, signed on 19 November 2018, has a value of approximately £15,111,149 and is part of a framework agreement that has a total initial duration of 24 months, with an option to extend for another 24 months.

This tender presents significant opportunities for pharmaceutical companies, particularly those specialising in biologic medicines, to engage with NHS Scotland. Smaller or large-scale suppliers with the capability to meet stringent healthcare needs and possess relevant patents may find it advantageous to participate in future tenders related to this high-demand medication. The procurement process's exclusive nature highlights the importance for businesses to strategise effectively for competition, ensuring they align their offerings with NHS requirements and standards.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Golimumab (Simponi (r))

Notice Description

The supply of Golimumab (Simponi (r)) 50mg and 100mg syringes and pens to NHS Scotland

Lot Information

Lot 1

The supply of golimumab (Simponi (r)) 50mg and 100mg syringes and pens to NHS Scotland.

Procurement Information

The medicine awarded to this framework agreement is, and will remain to be, protected by patent for the duration of the framework agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000561280
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC339930
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33690000 - Various medicinal products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£15,111,149 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Dec 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Nov 20187 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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MSD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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