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title: "Aseptically Prepared Cytotoxic Medicines and Monoclonal Antibodies - North of England of"
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buyer: "NHS ENGLAND"
published: "2021-04-30"
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# Aseptically Prepared Cytotoxic Medicines and Monoclonal Antibodies - North of England of

Buyer: NHS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0ad2cd94-0701-485f-97de-7c4a8525647d

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## Summary

The procurement process involves a national framework agreement initiated by NHS England for the supply of Aseptically Prepared Cytotoxic Medicines and Monoclonal Antibodies in the North of England. This procurement, classified under pharmaceutical products, is valued at £40,700,000 and was conducted through an open procedure. The contract period is set from 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2022, following a tender period that concluded on 25 November 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the pharmaceutical sector, particularly those specialising in aseptically prepared medicines. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their market reach would be well-suited to compete in this procurement, given the open nature of the process and the emphasis on innovation in healthcare delivery. Companies with established capabilities in the production or supply of pharmaceuticals in the North East, North West, and Yorkshire and the Humber regions may find this contract particularly advantageous.

## Notice

National Framework Agreement for the supply of Aseptically Prepared Cytotoxic Medicines and Monoclonal Antibodies - North of England

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1dbe7ccb-e920-403c-9381-e89663a1b878 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,700,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £40,700,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS ENGLAND |
| Locality | RUNCORN |
| Post town | Warrington |
| Postcode | WA7 2ES |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD71 East Merseyside |
| Local authority | Halton |
| Electoral ward | Halton Lea |
| Westminster constituency | Runcorn and Helsby |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | BAXTER HEALTHCARE; ITH PHARMA; QUALASEPT LTD T/A BATH ASU; QUANTUM ASEPTIC SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

## Release History

- 30 Apr 2021 at 12:25 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1dbe7ccb-e920-403c-9381-e89663a1b878
- 29 Apr 2021 at 11:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1dbe7ccb-e920-403c-9381-e89663a1b878

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1dbe7ccb-e920-403c-9381-e89663a1b878
  29th April 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kV7W/i2CIPicYofQW5K9Nnl5vS4TzFtKLi8UdXID0lVXtZTQ
  Award Schedule - Schedule 6 - (Baxter Healthcare) REDACTED
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kV79/1a_WLj21jZ_jVieIT.ugdtglhtjc6_MBsy_D6Jkt_do
  Award Schedule - Schedule 6 - (ITH Pharma) REDACTED
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kV7R/sGhvLAsojlgHUshVmTSZTV50BrCF.5o_xTBDkdTlVRg
  Award Schedule - Schedule 6 - (Qualasept Ltd t_a Bath ASU) REDACTED
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kV78/4oQMAEjw5oe4fdloPK4nAXJuqBt3W1.prbME0PWFkNs
  Award Schedule - Schedule 6 - (Quantum Aseptic Services) REDACTED
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kV7M/emPuqywp9Nvo21MxwYrrY9yw2fYYy_mC889KbuBcwPM
  Awarded Suppliers - Name, Postcode and SME Indicator
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kV77/m.FjJQ_rEyUDVt4NN3n.UAQHk71pgwJi9CE2EylPo9o
  Find a Tender - link to Award Notice
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kV7H/hRE1G4RBz3Qbxqjrx_xOuygbnGrYKZEGzQKSVZ3jreI
  Document No. 03 - Framework Agreement and Terms and Conditions - REDACTED
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kV7C/gfQH1CD4BhVZy.1iCkkVT4wNoWh.BKMyrZSCDQx8ae4
  Document No. 04d - Participating Authorities

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