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Interferon Beta-1a (Rebif(r))

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

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Award

24 Nov 2021 at 00:00

OJEU - F15 - Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), has recently completed a framework agreement for the supply of Interferon Beta-1a (Rebif®). The procurement process was conducted through a limited method without prior publication, aimed at meeting urgent demands during the Covid-19 pandemic. The contract, signed on 22nd November 2021, has a total value of £210,374. The primary industry category for this contract falls under healthcare, specifically within the realm of medicines and pharmaceuticals. The delivery locations for the contract encompass various entities operating under the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978, ensuring compliance with specific regulations and requirements.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the pharmaceutical and healthcare supply sectors, particularly those specialised in producing or distributing medical products. Companies that can effectively support the NHS in meeting its healthcare needs, especially during critical periods, will find this contract particularly relevant. With NSS’s proactive approach in procurement during unprecedented times, businesses with capabilities in rapid supply and innovation in healthcare solutions are well-positioned to compete for future tenders of a similar nature.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Interferon Beta-1a (Rebif(r))

Notice Description

The framework agreement is awarded for the supply of Interferon Beta-1a (Rebif(r))

Lot Information

Lot 1

The framework agreement is awarded for the supply of Interferon Beta-1a (Rebif(r)).

Procurement Information

This VEAT notice is to advise the need for modification to meet the additional demands of the Scottish Health and Social Care sector during the current Covid-19 pandemic and to maintain necessary supply and remove unnecessary disruption from the Authority at this time in line with Regulation 72(1)(b) of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000674529
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV433819
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F15 - Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency 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
£210,374 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Nov 20214 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")
Contact Name
Josh Foggo
Contact Email
josh.foggo@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 7855060653

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

MERCK SERONO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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