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Rituximab Subcut

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

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Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), has initiated a procurement process for the supply of Rituximab Subcut under the framework agreement titled "Rituximab Subcut." This initiative falls under the goods category and primarily caters to the Scottish Health and Social Care sector. The procurement process is currently at the Award stage, with Roche Products Ltd being the awarded supplier. The contract, valued at £13,823,235.75, runs from 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2025 and includes a modification extending the agreement until 31 March 2026 due to unforeseen additional demands. The delivery location spans all entities established pursuant to the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978 and any Integrated Joint Boards as per the Public Bodies (Joint Working) Scotland Act 2014.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in pharmaceutical supplies, particularly those capable of meeting high-volume demands and stringent healthcare standards. The extension of the contract underscores additional requirements within the Scottish health sector, creating a sustained need for reliable suppliers. Companies with a robust supply chain and compliance with regulatory standards would be well-positioned to compete in this market, fostering long-term relationships with the NHS and expanding their footprint in the public healthcare procurement landscape.

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Notice Title

Rituximab Subcut

Notice Description

Lot Information

Lot 1

This contract modification, effecting an extension of the Framework Agreement duration from 1 April 2025 until 31 March 2026, has been agreed between the supplier and the Authority on behalf of NHS Scotland to meet the additional demands of the Scottish Health and Social Care sector. This modification has been approved to maintain necessary supply due to circumstances unforeseen by the Authority in line with Regulation 72(1)(c) of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000789206
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR527258
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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
£13,823,235 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 May 20205 years ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2021 - 31 Mar 2025 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Not Specified
Lots Status
Not Specified
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
Not specified
Contact Email
michelle.semple3@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+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

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