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Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), has completed the procurement process for the supply of Aflibercept (Eylea®) solution for injection vials, with a contract value of £82,088,850. The procurement was conducted as a limited process without prior publication of a call for competition, due to the exclusive rights associated with the patented medicine. The contract was signed on 30th April 2020 and allows for delivery to entities established under the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978. The procurement falls under the health industry category and took place in Edinburgh, UK.

This contract presents lucrative opportunities for large pharmaceutical firms with the capability to supply patented medical products, particularly those focusing on high-value injectable medications. Businesses looking to enter this market must be prepared to comply with stringent quality standards and possess the necessary licensing to supply similar medical solutions. This tender could serve as a significant growth avenue for suppliers aiming to partner with NHS Scotland and expand their footprint in the UK healthcare sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Aflibercept (Eylea(r))

Notice Description

The supply of Aflibercept (Eylea(r)) solution for injection vials to NHS Scotland.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The supply of Aflibercept (Eylea(r)) solution for injection vials 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-r6ebe6-0000620464
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY386947
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
£82,088,850 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 May 20206 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

Bayer Plc

Further Information

Notice Documents

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