Award

Apixaban (Eliquis(r))

THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves a contract awarded by The Common Services Agency (NHS National Services Scotland) for the supply of Apixaban (Eliquis®) across NHS Scotland. This procurement falls under the health industry category and has been completed as of November 26, 2020. The procurement method used was limited, with an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, reflecting the exclusive rights due to patent protections. The total contract value is £4,712,785, and the supplier awarded is Bristol-Myers Squibb Pharmaceuticals, located in London.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for business growth, particularly for pharmaceutical companies and suppliers with capabilities in health-related products. Organisations that can provide pharmaceutical goods within the regulatory framework of the NHS and adhere to stringent quality standards would be well-positioned to compete. The framework agreement structure also suggests potential for future work as it allows for the possibility of extensions, ensuring ongoing supply and partnership opportunities within the health sector.

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Notice Title

Apixaban (Eliquis(r))

Notice Description

Supply of Apixaban (Eliquis(r)) in a range of presentations to health boards across NHS Scotland

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Supply of Apixaban (Eliquis(r)) in a range of presentations to health boards across NHS Scotland. The Authority has awarded a single supplier framework agreement for the requirement.

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-r6ebe6-0000635074
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC401958
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, SME

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
£4,712,785 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Dec 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Nov 20205 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
Hazel Johnstone, Nadia Crockett
Contact Email
hazel.johnstone@nhs.scot, nadia.crockett@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1698794460, +44 16998794561

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Post Town
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

BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB PHARMACEUTICALS

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