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Intravenous & Topical Fluids

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) ("NSS")

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26 Jun 2026 at 01:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), has initiated a tender process under an active status for the Framework Agreement titled "Intravenous & Topical Fluids". This procurement aims to supply various intravenous and topical fluids to health boards across NHS Scotland, segmented into five categories or "Lots". The contract, valued at approximately £39.67 million GBP, is under an open procedure due for submission by 27th July 2026, aligning with the award date on the same day. This goods procurement, primarily related to the health industry, will be conducted electronically in the UK region UKM.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for suppliers in the health and pharmaceutical sectors looking to engage in public contracts. Businesses with the capacity to supply quality intravenous and topical fluids consistent with MHRA standards, including those with ISO 9001 certification, will find this tender suitable. Participants will compete under a multi-supplier unranked framework, promising substantial contracts and the potential for a two-year extension. This procurement process prioritises competitive pricing and continuous supply, offering an attractive opportunity for businesses aiming to establish a foothold in the public health service supply chain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Intravenous & Topical Fluids

Notice Description

This Framework Agreement is for the supply of Intravenous & Topical Fluids to health boards across NHS Scotland. The Goods have been split into five (5) 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

Glucose 5%, Sodium Chloride 0.9% 50ml, 100ml, 250ml Infusion Bags

Supply of Glucose 5%, Sodium Chloride 0.9% 50ml, 100ml, 250ml Infusion Bags to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement on a line by line basis and it is envisaged a maximum of three (3) Framework Participants will be awarded to each line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for period(s) up to a combined total 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.

Needle Free Infusion Bags - various presentations

Supply of Needle Free Infusion Bags to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement on a line by line basis and it is envisaged a maximum of three (3) Framework Participants will be awarded to each line. Full details can be found within the ITT

Renewal: This Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for period(s) up to a combined total 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.

Unlicensed Infusion Bags

Supply of Unlicensed Infusion Bags to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement on a line by line basis and it is envisaged a maximum of three (3) Framework Participants will be awarded to each line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for period(s) up to a combined total 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.

A range of Licensed Infusion Bags

Supply of a range of Licensed Infusion Bags to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement on a line by line basis and it is envisaged a maximum of three (3) Framework Participants will be awarded to each line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for period(s) up to a combined total 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.

All other product lines (including Topical Fluids)

Supply of all other Intravenous & Topical Fluids and topical fluids to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends awarding each product line within this Lot to a single Framework Participant. Full details can be found within the ITT.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for period(s) up to a combined total 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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000830029
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558819
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
£39,671,652 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£25,316,750 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jul 2026Expired
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) ("NSS")
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Postcode Area
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

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