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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process focuses on the supply of Anoro® Ellipta® inhalers, specifically Umeclidinium bromide 65 micrograms/dose and Vilanterol 22 micrograms/dose in a dry powder inhaler format. This contract was awarded to GSK UK Limited by The Common Services Agency, commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), located in Edinburgh. The procurement method used was 'limited', allowing an award procedure without prior competition announcement due to the patent protection of the medicine. The contract was signed on 24th July 2019, with a total value of £560,000, and covers delivery to all NHS entities in Scotland. The main procurement category is goods within the health industry.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for pharmaceutical suppliers, particularly those with experience in supplying patented medicines or healthcare products in the UK market. Businesses that can meet the specific regulatory requirements and have a capacity to supply the NHS with specialised medicinal goods will find this tender particularly relevant. Additionally, organisations focusing on innovative health solutions may explore collaborative partnerships or subcontracts with larger entities like GSK to enhance their competitive edge in future opportunities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Anoro(r) Ellipta(r) Inhalers

Notice Description

The supply of Umeclidinium bromide 65micrograms/dose / Vilanterol 22micrograms/dose dry powder inhaler (30 dose) to NHS Scotland.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The supply of Umeclidinium bromide 65micrograms/dose / Vilanterol 22micrograms/dose dry powder inhaler (30 dose) to NHS Scotland.

Procurement Information

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

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000592217
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG364698
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

33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£560,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Aug 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Aug 20197 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
Not specified

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GSK UK Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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