--- title: "NHS Framework for the North of England, Branded Medicines - Tranche B, Annual Tranche and Insulin Aspart Biosimilar (Trurapi(r))" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2edb6e1e-1316-4b69-83e2-14bfef0c94cf" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2edb6e1e-1316-4b69-83e2-14bfef0c94cf" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2edb6e1e-1316-4b69-83e2-14bfef0c94cf.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2edb6e1e-1316-4b69-83e2-14bfef0c94cf.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NHS ENGLAND" published: "2023-12-20" --- # NHS Framework for the North of England, Branded Medicines - Tranche B, Annual Tranche and Insulin Aspart Biosimilar (Trurapi(r)) Buyer: NHS ENGLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2edb6e1e-1316-4b69-83e2-14bfef0c94cf [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2edb6e1e-1316-4b69-83e2-14bfef0c94cf) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2edb6e1e-1316-4b69-83e2-14bfef0c94cf.json) ## Summary The NHS England is conducting a procurement process for the NHS Framework for the North of England, Branded Medicines, including Insulin Aspart Biosimilar (Trurapi®). The procurement is classified under pharmaceutical products. The contract period spans from March 1, 2022, to February 29, 2024. The open procedure (above threshold) is the chosen procurement method, with a tender deadline on October 20, 2021, at 1:00 PM. Potential bidders must take note of the various delivery addresses across different regions in the UK. This procurement offers opportunities for businesses dealing in pharmaceutical products to compete and potentially secure long-term contracts in the healthcare sector. For companies interested in supplying pharmaceutical products, this tender by NHS England presents a significant opportunity. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate as the framework is suitable for them. With the contract period extending up to 24 months, winning bidders can establish stable relationships with the NHS. Businesses located in various regions of the UK, including the North of England, London, and Midlands and East, are especially well-suited to compete. The clear documentation provided by the buyer supports transparent and efficient bidding processes, enabling potential suppliers to understand the requirements and submit competitive offers. ## Notice Offer reference number: CM/PHR/20/5600 CM/PHR/20/5600/01 - NHS Framework for the North of England, Branded Medicines -Tranche B - 1 March 2022 to 29 February 2024 with an option or options to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 24 months CM/PHR/20/5600/02 - NHS Framework for the North of England, Branded Medicines - Annual Tranche Products. Period of framework: 1 March 2022 to 28 February 2023 with an option or options to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 12 months. CM/PHR/20/5600/03- NHS Framework for Insulin Aspart Biosimilar (Trurapi(r)), South of England - Period of framework: 1 March 2022 to 31 August 2022 with an option or options to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 12 months. CM/PHR/20/5600/04 - NHS Framework for Insulin Aspart Biosimilar (Trurapi(r)), London - Period of framework: 1 March 2022 to 31 August 2023 with an option or options to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 24 months. CM/PHR/20/5600/05 - NHS Framework for Insulin Aspart Biosimilar (Trurapi(r)), Midlands and East - Period of framework: 1 March 2022 to 28 February 2023 with an option or options to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 24 months. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1ad0594-3b0d-4037-b18d-5b7c23f6fce8 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 Dec 2023 | | Submission deadline | 20 Oct 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Mar 2022 - 29 Feb 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £431,955,441 | | 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 | 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, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products ## Release History - 20 Dec 2023 at 12:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1ad0594-3b0d-4037-b18d-5b7c23f6fce8 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1ad0594-3b0d-4037-b18d-5b7c23f6fce8 20th December 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/10f83ecb-5c3d-4486-b777-38da7e4109a6 Document No. 01 - Invitation to offer covering letter (A2486901)#3 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4ca665ba-bc4e-4fa2-9482-fe5c3a4a7aa5 Document No. 02 - Terms of offer - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/23dcb876-acd2-4438-b5f5-b4739ad9ded8 Document No. 04 - Contract technical specification (A2383497) - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/24c76792-8e55-4e80-9bcc-d4044aaa029d Document No. 07a - Quality control technical sheet (A2383499) - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/867e3b64-b5b1-47dc-99c9-df70bc75c2f0 Document No. 03 - Framework Agreement and Terms and Conditions - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/95d42740-2dfd-41a7-bea6-dd04dd1a6ae0 Document No. 05 - Selectt offer schedule instructions (A2383501) - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/243cd00f-5789-45b9-8790-142b0dc8a9cb Document No. 05b(ii) - Tender Product Listing and Usage - CM_PHR_20_5600_02 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/801d5008-d592-4386-b38a-c6e27e0b6e33 Document No. 05c - Volume discounts or Additional Products Offer Schedule - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/76a5f757-d46e-4f25-a9a7-3d314c058b9b Document No. 07b - Guidance for performing a risk assessment of licensed medicines for the NHS (A2383503) - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/364b7bf8-1648-456f-a07f-bc91fba149cd Document No. 05b(v) - Tender Product Listing and Usage - CM_PHR_20_5600_05 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/72aa67b0-de4b-4194-aa19-6553df7301f8 Document No. 05b(i) - Tender Product Listing and Usage - CM_PHR_20_5600_01 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6d711bc7-0ae7-4da0-a397-40d6ae3d6c3b Document No. 06 - Form of offer (A2383498) - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/57d3544a-cf7d-4caf-9792-232233268209 Document No. 05b(iii) - Tender Product Listing and Usage - CM_PHR_20_5600_03 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b548584e-4c01-43fd-8800-76089d823d0b Document No. 05b(iv) - Tender Product Listing and Usage - CM_PHR_20_5600_04 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f296dad8-d0be-4eeb-9999-5e801476a1be Document No.10 - Participating Authorities - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f3652efc-4912-468a-ac8b-b659665ef432 Document No. 08 - Confidential information schedule (A2383500) - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1f0daca6-bb6c-47e4-a163-413fbb8490d2 Document No. 09 - Tender Design and Guidance on completing the ITO - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/97b609a5-7f7e-4acb-8115-031c4d5b762b Document No. 05a( i, ii, iii,iv,v ) CM_PHR_20_5600_00 SELECTT Application ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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