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title: "NHS Framework Agreement for the supply of Direct Oral Anticoagulants (DOACs) for the NHS in England"
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# NHS Framework Agreement for the supply of Direct Oral Anticoagulants (DOACs) for the NHS in England

Buyer: NHS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-009d5169-f73e-4fb2-8167-0bc82c28295d

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## Summary

NHS England is currently conducting a tender for a Framework Agreement concerning the supply of Direct Oral Anticoagulants (DOACs) for the NHS in England, valued at £3.185 billion. This procurement, classified under pharmaceutical products, is in the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 3rd September 2021. The contract period is anticipated to commence on 1st November 2021 and run until 31st March 2024, with an option to extend for an additional 12 months. Interested vendors should be aware that delivery is required within England, and the tender process adheres to an open procurement method, suitable for businesses exceeding the threshold regulations.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in pharmaceutical products, particularly those experienced in supplying anticoagulants or similar medicinal products. Companies looking to compete should ideally have a solid track record in operational efficiency and compliance with NHS standards. It is particularly suited for medium to large-scale pharmaceutical manufacturers capable of fulfilling large volume contracts. Additionally, businesses focused on innovative healthcare solutions may find this tender aligns with their growth strategies.

## Notice

NHS Framework Agreement for the supply of Direct Oral Anticoagulants (DOACs) for the NHS in England. Also known as Novel Oral Anticoagulants (NOACs). Period of Framework: 01/11/2021 - 31/04/2024 with an option to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a further period (or periods) up to a total of 12 months (i.e. total possible framework duration of 41 months) All documents can be found at https://health.atamis.co.uk/. Atamis Reference Number: C40079

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4aed5711-c38a-447d-bf8d-40c87c3a7788 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2021 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,185,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS ENGLAND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 6LH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark |
| Local authority | Southwark |
| Electoral ward | St George's |
| Westminster constituency | Bermondsey and Old Southwark |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products
- 33690000 - Various medicinal products

## Release History

- 6 Aug 2021 at 16:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4aed5711-c38a-447d-bf8d-40c87c3a7788
- 22 Jul 2021 at 15:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbec3a9a-168a-46c5-a71d-990c2a8a8212

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4aed5711-c38a-447d-bf8d-40c87c3a7788
  6th August 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbec3a9a-168a-46c5-a71d-990c2a8a8212
  22nd July 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://health.atamis.co.uk/

## Provenance

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