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title: "Framework Agreement for the Provision of a Pharmaceutical Wholesaler Service"
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# Framework Agreement for the Provision of a Pharmaceutical Wholesaler Service

Buyer: DERBY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0f84054b-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

Derby Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has initiated a tender process for a Framework Agreement concerning the provision of a Pharmaceutical Wholesaler Service for the East Midlands Pharmacy Collaborative (EMPC). The contract is set to start on 1st November 2016 and will last until 31st October 2018, with an option to extend for an additional two years. The open procurement method allows interested suppliers to submit their proposals, with the tender period having closed on 21st September 2016. The service is classified under pharmacy services (CPV code 85149000) and is specifically required in the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom.

This framework presents substantial growth prospects for businesses within the pharmaceutical distribution sector, particularly those classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can fulfil the service requirements. Suitable candidates may include companies specialising in medical solutions and pharmacy services, which are well-positioned to leverage their logistics and delivery capabilities to meet the needs of healthcare institutions in the region. Partnering with Derby Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust through this contract can facilitate not only stability through guaranteed service agreements but also potential expansion within the healthcare supply chain.

## Notice

Framework for the provision of a Pharmaceutical Wholesaler Service for the member Trusts of East Midlands Pharmacy Collaborative (EMPC) The contract will commence on a date agreeable to all contracting parties but is planned to commence 1st November 2016 and shall continue until 31st October 2018. The contract will have an option to extend for a further period of 24 months. A full list of our member trust can be found at the following location: http://www.derbyhospitals.nhs.uk/primary/pharmacy/empc/ The named Trusts have all participated in the consultation process and have committed to ensure a successful outcome to this tender

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca0e0b5c-27c0-47d1-927f-ce0470dcdadd |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Nov 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Sep 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Oct 2016 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2016 - 31 Oct 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £66,000,000 |
| 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 | DERBY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | DERBY |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE22 3NE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby |
| Local authority | Derby |
| Electoral ward | Littleover |
| Westminster constituency | Derby North |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | AAH PHARMACEUTICALS; ALLIANCE HEALTHCARE (DISTRIBUTION; MAWDSLEY BROOKS; PHOENIX HEALTHCARE DISTRIBUTION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 33692000 - Medical solutions
- 85149000 - Pharmacy services

## Release History

- 23 Nov 2016 at 14:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca0e0b5c-27c0-47d1-927f-ce0470dcdadd
- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74ccd5bf-dac5-44ec-ba73-ee026f5f5377

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca0e0b5c-27c0-47d1-927f-ce0470dcdadd
  23rd November 2016 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74ccd5bf-dac5-44ec-ba73-ee026f5f5377
  18th August 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.derbyhospitals.nhs.uk/primary/pharmacy/empc/
- https://emprocurenhs.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml

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