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NP91921x Triumeq

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

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11 Feb 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS)) is extending its contract for the provision of the pharmaceutical product Triumeq, under the title "NP91921x Triumeq." This extension will maintain the supply of essential goods for the Scottish Health and Social Care sector from March 1, 2025, until April 30, 2026. The procurement, classified under the CPV code 33600000, uses a framework agreement method and is currently in the awardUpdate and contractUpdate stage. Key stakeholders include the NHS Scotland as the buying organization and ViiV Healthcare UK Ltd as the supplier, providing services throughout regions like UKM (United Kingdom - Scotland). The contract extension was necessitated by unforeseen circumstances to maintain supply and avoid disruption, aligning with Regulation 72(1)(b) of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for large pharmaceutical entities capable of meeting extensive supply requirements and managing enduring contracts within the healthcare sector. Companies specializing in pharmaceutical manufacturing, particularly those with a robust presence and operational capacities within the UK, would find this tender advantageous for strengthening business relations with public health institutions. Additionally, it allows businesses to engage in a vital supply chain, contributing to the health and welfare of the Scottish community and ensuring continuity in public health services. The contract's substantial value and the extended duration highlight the potential for consistent revenue and long-term partnership with NHS Scotland.

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Notice Title

NP91921x Triumeq

Notice Description

Lot Information

Lot 1

This contract modification, effecting an extension of the Framework Agreement duration from 1 March 2025 until 30 April 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 and remove unnecessary disruption from the Authority at this time in line with Regulation 72(1)(b) of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000790225
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB523617
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
£13,357,797 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Feb 20215 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
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
laura.ferguson7@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312756000

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

VIIV HEALTHCARE

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