Tender

NP40925 Analgesics, Anaesthetics, Musculoskeletal & Joint Disease Medicines

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

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Tender

06 Aug 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

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The Common Services Agency, better known as NHS National Services Scotland, is inviting tenders for a framework agreement titled "NP40925 Analgesics, Anaesthetics, Musculoskeletal & Joint Disease Medicines". This procurement process, categorised under the health industry, is active and follows an open procedure method. It is divided into 20 lots, concerning the supply of various medicines to NHS Scotland. Based in Edinburgh, the organisation has set 8th September 2025 for the conclusion of the tender period and initiation of the award period. This opportunity involves deliveries across NHS entities throughout the UK, with a significant framework value of approximately £52,999,636 GBP.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NP40925 Analgesics, Anaesthetics, Musculoskeletal & Joint Disease Medicines

Notice Description

This Framework Agreement is for the supply of Analgesics, Anaesthetics, Musculoskeletal & Joint Disease Medicines to health boards across NHS Scotland. The Goods have been split into twenty (20) categories, each of which is identified as a "Lot". Full details of each Lot is contained in section II.2 of this notice.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Baclofen Intrathecal Injections

Supply of Baclofen Intrathecal Injections to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding all presentations within this lot to a single Framework Participant. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.

Renewal: This framework includes the option(s) to extend for period(s) up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice of each extension, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Lot 2 - Oxycodone Injections

The Supply of Oxycodone Injections to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding all presentations within this lot to a single Framework Participant. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.

Renewal: This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Lot 3 - Levobupivacaine (As Hydrochloride) Sterile Wrapped Ampoules For Injection

The Supply of Levobupivacaine (As Hydrochloride) Sterile Wrapped Ampoules For Injection to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding all presentations within this lot to a single Framework Participant. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.

Renewal: This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Lot 4 - Oxycodone Hydrochloride Prolonged Release Tablets

The Supply of Oxycodone Hydrochloride Prolonged Release Tablets to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.

Renewal: This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Lot 5 - Buprenorphine Patches

The supply of Buprenorphine Patches to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.

Renewal: This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Lot 6 - Fentanyl Tablets (Sublingual)

The Supply of Fentanyl Tablets (Sublingual) to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.

Renewal: This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Lot 7 - Fentanyl Sf Tablet (Buccal)

Supply of Fentanyl Sf Tablets(Buccal) to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.

Renewal: This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Lot 8 - Fentanyl Transdermal Patch

Supply of Fentanyl Transdermal Patch to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.

Renewal: This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Lot 9 - Hydromorphone

Supply of Hydromorphone Capsules and Injection to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.

Renewal: This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Lot 10 - Lidocaine Chlorhexidine Gel

Supply of Lidocaine Chlorhexidine Gel to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.

Renewal: This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Lot 11 - Morphine Sulfate Modified-Release capsule (12Hr)

Supply of Morphine Sulfate Modified-Release capsule (12hr) to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.

Renewal: This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Lot 12 - Morphine Sulfate Modified-Release capsule (24Hr)

The Supply of Morphine Sulfate Modified-Release capsule (24Hr) to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.

Renewal: This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Lot 13 - Morphine Sulfate Modified-Release Tablet

The Supply of Morphine Sulfate Modified-Release Tablet to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.

Renewal: This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Lot 14 - Oxycodone Hydrochloride Capsules

The Supply of Oxycodone Hydrochloride Capsules to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.

Renewal: This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Lot 15 - Propofol Injection

The Supply of Propofol Injection to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.

Renewal: This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Lot 16 - Tramadol Hydrochloride Modified Release Tablets

The Supply of Tramadol Hydrochloride Modified Release Tablets to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.

Renewal: This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Lot 17 - Oxycodone Oral Solution

The Supply of Oxycodone Oral Solution to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.

Renewal: This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Lot 18 - Levobupivacaine (As Hydrochloride) Solution For Infusion

The Supply of Levobupivacaine (As Hydrochloride) Solution For Infusion to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.

Renewal: This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Lot 19 - Supply to NHSS Pharmaceuticals "Specials" Service

The supply of a range of Analgesics, Anaesthetics, Musculoskeletal & Joint Disease Medicines to the NHSS Pharmaceuticals "Specials" Service. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework agreement per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Lot 20 - Levobupivacaine Solution for injection ampoules (unwrapped)

Supply of Levobupivacaine solution for injection ampoules (unwrapped) all other Analgesics, Anaesthetics, Musculoskeletal & Joint Disease Medicines in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each line within this Lot to a single Framework Participant. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.

Renewal: This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Lot 21 - All other Analgesics and Anaesthetic Generic Medicines

Supply of all other Analgesics, Anaesthetics, Musculoskeletal & Joint Disease Medicines in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each line within this Lot to a single Framework Participant. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.

Renewal: This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000796255
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG536383
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£52,999,636 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£52,999,636 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Aug 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("THE AUTHORITY")
Contact Name
Siobhan Ramage
Contact Email
siobhan.ramage@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG536383
    NP40925 Analgesics, Anaesthetics, Musculoskeletal & Joint Disease Medicines - This Framework Agreement is for the supply of Analgesics, Anaesthetics, Musculoskeletal & Joint Disease Medicines to health boards across NHS Scotland. The Goods have been split into twenty (20) categories, each of which is identified as a "Lot". Full details of each Lot is contained in section II.2 of this notice.

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                },
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                    {
                        "region": "UK"
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                ],
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                    "description": "All entities constituted pursuant to the National Health Services (Scotland) Act 1978, and any Integrated Joint Boards established pursuant to New Public Bodies (Joint Working) Scotland Act 2014."
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                "deliveryAddresses": [
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                        "region": "UKM"
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                "relatedLot": "21"
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            "amount": 52999636,
            "currency": "GBP"
        },
        "procurementMethod": "open",
        "procurementMethodDetails": "Open procedure",
        "mainProcurementCategory": "goods",
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            "endDate": "2025-09-08T12:00:00Z"
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            "startDate": "2025-09-08T12:00:00Z"
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                "id": "AUG536383",
                "documentType": "contractNotice",
                "title": "NP40925 Analgesics, Anaesthetics, Musculoskeletal & Joint Disease Medicines",
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                "id": "1",
                "title": "Lot 1 - Baclofen Intrathecal Injections",
                "description": "Supply of Baclofen Intrathecal Injections to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding all presentations within this lot to a single Framework Participant. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.",
                "status": "active",
                "value": {
                    "amount": 51368,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
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                    "criteria": [
                        {
                            "type": "quality",
                            "name": "Logistics",
                            "description": "5"
                        },
                        {
                            "type": "price",
                            "description": "95"
                        }
                    ]
                },
                "hasOptions": false,
                "submissionTerms": {
                    "variantPolicy": "notAllowed",
                    "electronicCataloguePolicy": "required"
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "durationInDays": 720
                },
                "hasRenewal": true,
                "renewal": {
                    "description": "This framework includes the option(s) to extend for period(s) up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice of each extension, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire."
                }
            },
            {
                "id": "2",
                "title": "Lot 2 - Oxycodone Injections",
                "description": "The Supply of Oxycodone Injections to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding all presentations within this lot to a single Framework Participant. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.",
                "status": "active",
                "value": {
                    "amount": 573456,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
                "awardCriteria": {
                    "criteria": [
                        {
                            "type": "quality",
                            "name": "Logistics",
                            "description": "5"
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                        {
                            "type": "price",
                            "description": "95"
                        }
                    ]
                },
                "hasOptions": false,
                "submissionTerms": {
                    "variantPolicy": "notAllowed",
                    "electronicCataloguePolicy": "required"
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "durationInDays": 720
                },
                "hasRenewal": true,
                "renewal": {
                    "description": "This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire."
                }
            },
            {
                "id": "3",
                "title": "Lot 3 - Levobupivacaine (As Hydrochloride) Sterile Wrapped Ampoules For Injection",
                "description": "The Supply of Levobupivacaine (As Hydrochloride) Sterile Wrapped Ampoules For Injection to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding all presentations within this lot to a single Framework Participant. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.",
                "status": "active",
                "value": {
                    "amount": 1764632,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
                "awardCriteria": {
                    "criteria": [
                        {
                            "type": "quality",
                            "name": "Logistics",
                            "description": "5"
                        },
                        {
                            "type": "price",
                            "description": "95"
                        }
                    ]
                },
                "hasOptions": false,
                "submissionTerms": {
                    "variantPolicy": "notAllowed",
                    "electronicCataloguePolicy": "required"
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "durationInDays": 720
                },
                "hasRenewal": true,
                "renewal": {
                    "description": "This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire."
                }
            },
            {
                "id": "4",
                "title": "Lot 4 - Oxycodone Hydrochloride Prolonged Release Tablets",
                "description": "The Supply of Oxycodone Hydrochloride Prolonged Release Tablets to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.",
                "status": "active",
                "value": {
                    "amount": 380093,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
                "awardCriteria": {
                    "criteria": [
                        {
                            "type": "quality",
                            "name": "Logistics",
                            "description": "5"
                        },
                        {
                            "type": "price",
                            "description": "95"
                        }
                    ]
                },
                "hasOptions": false,
                "submissionTerms": {
                    "variantPolicy": "notAllowed",
                    "electronicCataloguePolicy": "required"
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "durationInDays": 720
                },
                "hasRenewal": true,
                "renewal": {
                    "description": "This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire."
                }
            },
            {
                "id": "5",
                "title": "Lot 5 - Buprenorphine Patches",
                "description": "The supply of Buprenorphine Patches to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.",
                "status": "active",
                "value": {
                    "amount": 182163,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
                "awardCriteria": {
                    "criteria": [
                        {
                            "type": "quality",
                            "name": "Logistics",
                            "description": "5"
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                        {
                            "type": "price",
                            "description": "95"
                        }
                    ]
                },
                "hasOptions": false,
                "submissionTerms": {
                    "variantPolicy": "notAllowed",
                    "electronicCataloguePolicy": "required"
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "durationInDays": 720
                },
                "hasRenewal": true,
                "renewal": {
                    "description": "This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire."
                }
            },
            {
                "id": "6",
                "title": "Lot 6 - Fentanyl Tablets (Sublingual)",
                "description": "The Supply of Fentanyl Tablets (Sublingual) to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.",
                "status": "active",
                "value": {
                    "amount": 398067,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
                "awardCriteria": {
                    "criteria": [
                        {
                            "type": "quality",
                            "name": "Logistics",
                            "description": "5"
                        },
                        {
                            "type": "price",
                            "description": "95"
                        }
                    ]
                },
                "hasOptions": false,
                "submissionTerms": {
                    "variantPolicy": "notAllowed"
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "durationInDays": 720
                },
                "hasRenewal": true,
                "renewal": {
                    "description": "This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire."
                }
            },
            {
                "id": "7",
                "title": "Lot 7 - Fentanyl Sf Tablet (Buccal)",
                "description": "Supply of Fentanyl Sf Tablets(Buccal) to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.",
                "status": "active",
                "value": {
                    "amount": 838,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
                "awardCriteria": {
                    "criteria": [
                        {
                            "type": "quality",
                            "name": "Logistics",
                            "description": "5"
                        },
                        {
                            "type": "price",
                            "description": "95"
                        }
                    ]
                },
                "hasOptions": false,
                "submissionTerms": {
                    "variantPolicy": "notAllowed"
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "durationInDays": 720
                },
                "hasRenewal": true,
                "renewal": {
                    "description": "This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire."
                }
            },
            {
                "id": "8",
                "title": "Lot 8 - Fentanyl Transdermal Patch",
                "description": "Supply of Fentanyl Transdermal Patch to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.",
                "status": "active",
                "value": {
                    "amount": 169699,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
                "awardCriteria": {
                    "criteria": [
                        {
                            "type": "quality",
                            "name": "Logistics",
                            "description": "5"
                        },
                        {
                            "type": "price",
                            "description": "95"
                        }
                    ]
                },
                "hasOptions": false,
                "submissionTerms": {
                    "variantPolicy": "notAllowed"
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "durationInDays": 720
                },
                "hasRenewal": true,
                "renewal": {
                    "description": "This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire."
                }
            },
            {
                "id": "9",
                "title": "Lot 9 - Hydromorphone",
                "description": "Supply of Hydromorphone Capsules and Injection to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.",
                "status": "active",
                "value": {
                    "amount": 207288,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
                "awardCriteria": {
                    "criteria": [
                        {
                            "type": "quality",
                            "name": "Logistics",
                            "description": "5"
                        },
                        {
                            "type": "price",
                            "description": "95"
                        }
                    ]
                },
                "hasOptions": false,
                "submissionTerms": {
                    "variantPolicy": "notAllowed"
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "durationInDays": 720
                },
                "hasRenewal": true,
                "renewal": {
                    "description": "This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire."
                }
            },
            {
                "id": "10",
                "title": "Lot 10 - Lidocaine Chlorhexidine Gel",
                "description": "Supply of Lidocaine Chlorhexidine Gel to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.",
                "status": "active",
                "value": {
                    "amount": 1477648,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
                "awardCriteria": {
                    "criteria": [
                        {
                            "type": "quality",
                            "name": "Logistics",
                            "description": "5"
                        },
                        {
                            "type": "price",
                            "description": "95"
                        }
                    ]
                },
                "hasOptions": false,
                "submissionTerms": {
                    "variantPolicy": "notAllowed"
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "durationInDays": 720
                },
                "hasRenewal": true,
                "renewal": {
                    "description": "This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire."
                }
            },
            {
                "id": "11",
                "title": "Lot 11 - Morphine Sulfate Modified-Release capsule (12Hr)",
                "description": "Supply of Morphine Sulfate Modified-Release capsule (12hr) to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.",
                "status": "active",
                "value": {
                    "amount": 68134,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
                "awardCriteria": {
                    "criteria": [
                        {
                            "type": "quality",
                            "name": "Logistics",
                            "description": "5"
                        },
                        {
                            "type": "price",
                            "description": "95"
                        }
                    ]
                },
                "hasOptions": false,
                "submissionTerms": {
                    "variantPolicy": "notAllowed"
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "durationInDays": 720
                },
                "hasRenewal": true,
                "renewal": {
                    "description": "This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire."
                }
            },
            {
                "id": "12",
                "title": "Lot 12 - Morphine Sulfate Modified-Release capsule (24Hr)",
                "description": "The Supply of Morphine Sulfate Modified-Release capsule (24Hr) to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.",
                "status": "active",
                "value": {
                    "amount": 2837,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
                "awardCriteria": {
                    "criteria": [
                        {
                            "type": "quality",
                            "name": "Logistics",
                            "description": "5"
                        },
                        {
                            "type": "price",
                            "description": "95"
                        }
                    ]
                },
                "hasOptions": false,
                "submissionTerms": {
                    "variantPolicy": "allowed"
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "durationInDays": 720
                },
                "hasRenewal": true,
                "renewal": {
                    "description": "This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire."
                }
            },
            {
                "id": "13",
                "title": "Lot 13 - Morphine Sulfate Modified-Release Tablet",
                "description": "The Supply of Morphine Sulfate Modified-Release Tablet to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.",
                "status": "active",
                "value": {
                    "amount": 161534,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
                "awardCriteria": {
                    "criteria": [
                        {
                            "type": "quality",
                            "name": "Logistics",
                            "description": "5"
                        },
                        {
                            "type": "price",
                            "description": "95"
                        }
                    ]
                },
                "hasOptions": false,
                "submissionTerms": {
                    "variantPolicy": "notAllowed"
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "durationInDays": 720
                },
                "hasRenewal": true,
                "renewal": {
                    "description": "This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire."
                }
            },
            {
                "id": "14",
                "title": "Lot 14 - Oxycodone Hydrochloride Capsules",
                "description": "The Supply of Oxycodone Hydrochloride Capsules to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.",
                "status": "active",
                "value": {
                    "amount": 139732,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
                "awardCriteria": {
                    "criteria": [
                        {
                            "type": "quality",
                            "name": "Logistics",
                            "description": "5"
                        },
                        {
                            "type": "price",
                            "description": "95"
                        }
                    ]
                },
                "hasOptions": false,
                "submissionTerms": {
                    "variantPolicy": "notAllowed"
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "durationInDays": 720
                },
                "hasRenewal": true,
                "renewal": {
                    "description": "This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire."
                }
            },
            {
                "id": "15",
                "title": "Lot 15 - Propofol Injection",
                "description": "The Supply of Propofol Injection to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.",
                "status": "active",
                "value": {
                    "amount": 1849832,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
                "awardCriteria": {
                    "criteria": [
                        {
                            "type": "quality",
                            "name": "Logistics",
                            "description": "5"
                        },
                        {
                            "type": "price",
                            "description": "95"
                        }
                    ]
                },
                "hasOptions": false,
                "submissionTerms": {
                    "variantPolicy": "notAllowed"
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "durationInDays": 720
                },
                "hasRenewal": true,
                "renewal": {
                    "description": "This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire."
                }
            },
            {
                "id": "16",
                "title": "Lot 16 - Tramadol Hydrochloride Modified Release Tablets",
                "description": "The Supply of Tramadol Hydrochloride Modified Release Tablets to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.",
                "status": "active",
                "value": {
                    "amount": 11917,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
                "awardCriteria": {
                    "criteria": [
                        {
                            "type": "quality",
                            "name": "Logistics",
                            "description": "5"
                        },
                        {
                            "type": "price",
                            "description": "95"
                        }
                    ]
                },
                "hasOptions": false,
                "submissionTerms": {
                    "variantPolicy": "notAllowed"
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "durationInDays": 720
                },
                "hasRenewal": true,
                "renewal": {
                    "description": "This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire."
                }
            },
            {
                "id": "17",
                "title": "Lot 17 - Oxycodone Oral Solution",
                "description": "The Supply of Oxycodone Oral Solution to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.",
                "status": "active",
                "value": {
                    "amount": 439902,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
                "awardCriteria": {
                    "criteria": [
                        {
                            "type": "quality",
                            "name": "Logistics",
                            "description": "5"
                        },
                        {
                            "type": "price",
                            "description": "95"
                        }
                    ]
                },
                "hasOptions": false,
                "submissionTerms": {
                    "variantPolicy": "notAllowed"
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "durationInDays": 720
                },
                "hasRenewal": true,
                "renewal": {
                    "description": "This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire."
                }
            },
            {
                "id": "18",
                "title": "Lot 18 - Levobupivacaine (As Hydrochloride) Solution For Infusion",
                "description": "The Supply of Levobupivacaine (As Hydrochloride) Solution For Infusion to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement. It is envisaged a maximum of six (6) Framework Participants will be awarded per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT.",
                "status": "active",
                "value": {
                    "amount": 1353792,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
                "awardCriteria": {
                    "criteria": [
                        {
                            "type": "quality",
                            "name": "Logistics",
                            "description": "5"
                        },
                        {
                            "type": "price",
                            "description": "95"
                        }
                    ]
                },
                "hasOptions": false,
                "submissionTerms": {
                    "variantPolicy": "notAllowed"
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "durationInDays": 720
                },
                "hasRenewal": true,
                "renewal": {
                    "description": "This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twenty-four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire."
                }
            },
            {
                "id": "19",
                "title": "Lot 19 - Supply to NHSS Pharmaceuticals \"Specials\" Service",
                "description": "The supply of a range of Analgesics, Anaesthetics, Musculoskeletal & Joint Disease Medicines to the NHSS Pharmaceuticals \"Specials\" Service. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework agreement per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.",
                "status": "active",
                "value": {
                    "amount": 1472680,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
                "awardCriteria": {
                    "criteria": [
                        {
                            "type": "quality",
                            "name": "Technical (Delivery Schedule)",
                            "description": "7.5"
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                        {
                            "type": "price",
                            "description": "80"
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                    ]
                },
                "hasOptions": false,
                "submissionTerms": {
                    "variantPolicy": "notAllowed"
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
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