Award

Darunavir / Cobicistat / Emtricitabine / Tenofovir Alafenamide (Symtuza(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 the Common Services Agency, also known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), which is based in Edinburgh. The contract, titled "Darunavir / Cobicistat / Emtricitabine / Tenofovir Alafenamide (Symtuza®)", relates to the supply of specific medications to NHS Scotland. The procurement method used was a limited procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, indicating that the awarded supplier was selected based on predefined criteria. The award date is noted as February 17, 2022, and the total contract value stands at approximately £2,809,999. This tender is categorised under health goods and relates to entities governed by the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978.

This contract presents growth opportunities for businesses in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors, particularly those engaged in the supply of specialised medications. Suppliers capable of providing patented products, or those with established relationships within the NHS framework, would be well-positioned to compete for similar tenders in the future. Given the scope of the contract, businesses emphasising compliance with NHS standards and showcasing their ability to deliver high-quality healthcare supplies would enhance their competitive advantage in this market.

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Notice Title

Darunavir / Cobicistat / Emtricitabine / Tenofovir Alafenamide (Symtuza(r))

Notice Description

Supply of Darunavir 800mg / Cobicistat 150mg / Emtricitabine 200mg / Tenofovir Alafenamide 10mg tablets (Symtuza(r)) to NHS Scotland.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Supply of Darunavir 800mg / Cobicistat 150mg / Emtricitabine 200mg / Tenofovir Alafenamide 10mg tablets (Symtuza(r)) 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-r6ebe6-0000681361
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR443354
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
£2,809,999 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Feb 20224 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
Marta Siwek, Shona MacKenzie
Contact Email
marta.siwek@nhs.scot, nss.procurementteam@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312757660, +44 1698794410

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

JANSSEN-CILAG

Further Information

Notice Documents

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