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Romiplostim (Nplate(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 for the supply of Romiplostim (NPlate®) to NHS Scotland was conducted by The Common Services Agency, also known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS). Located in Edinburgh, this central purchasing body has completed this contract under a limited procurement method without prior publication due to technical reasons related to the medication’s patent status. The contract, valued at GBP 5,610,178, was awarded to Amgen Ltd, and the agreement is active for a period spanning twenty-two months starting from 29th September 2025. The main industry category is health, and the geographical coverage includes entities under the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for enterprises specialised in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors, especially those with an interest in supplying patented or specialised medical products. While the procurement method was limited, primarily due to the specialised nature of the product and the existing market conditions, such contracts can pave the way for forming strategic partnerships with NHS Scotland and participating in future competitive tenders as the market landscape evolves. Companies with capabilities in innovative healthcare solutions would be particularly well-positioned to explore similar opportunities, potentially leveraging any changes in market dynamics for business growth.

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Notice Title

Romiplostim (Nplate(r))

Notice Description

Supply of Romiplostim (NPlate(r)) to NHS Scotland.

Procurement Information

The medicine awarded to this framework agreement was protected by patent however since (LOE) Loss of Exclusivity there has been no new competition entered the market and therefore the awarded supplier is the only supplier who can currently provide this medication.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000807710
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT540561
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
£5,610,178 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Sep 20254 months 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
Zenab Ghazali
Contact Email
holly.bryce@nhs.scot, zenab.ghazali@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

AMGEN

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