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title: "Provision of antimicrobials to the NHS in England [and Scotland] [and Wales][and Northern Ireland] via a subscription-based payment model"
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# Provision of antimicrobials to the NHS in England [and Scotland] [and Wales][and Northern Ireland] via a subscription-based payment model

Buyer: NHS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-62dbb36a-1d6a-4ced-9cf7-1088c366046f

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## Summary

NHS England is currently inviting suppliers with appropriate Market Authorisation to tender for the provision of antimicrobial products through a subscription-based payment model. This procurement process spans across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland under the industry category of medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products. The tender is at the "Tender" stage with a procurement method classified as a "Restricted procedure (above threshold)". Interested parties must submit their selection questionnaire by 13:00 on Thursday 12th September 2024, with successful suppliers commencing the contract on 1st April 2026. The contract will initially cover a period of up to three years, and may be extended up to a maximum total of sixteen years, depending on exclusivity conditions.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in antimicrobials to secure a long-term and stable revenue stream through the innovative subscription model. Given the substantial value of the contract, estimated at approximately £1.896 billion, this tender is particularly suitable for larger pharmaceutical firms with capabilities to meet stringent regulatory and production standards. Businesses capable of developing novel antimicrobial products, especially those targeting priority pathogens, will find this tender particularly attractive due to the pressing global challenge of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) and the UK Government’s commitment to addressing it. Interested suppliers must ensure they meet all the criteria outlined in the Invitation to Tender (ITT) and adhere to submission guidelines to leverage this growth opportunity effectively.

## Notice

NHS England (referred to as the Authority), is inviting Suppliers with the appropriate Market Authorisation to respond to this invitation to tender for the provision of antimicrobial products via a subscription model contract in England - Scotland - Wales and Northern Ireland The Contract(s) for Goods/Services is due to commence on 1st April 2026. As a result of this procurement exercise an agreement will be established with successful bidder(s) that meet the evaluation criteria set out in the ITT and qualify for a contract under the Subscription Model. Contract(s) will be awarded for an initial period of the lessor of 3 years or the date at which exclusivity ends. The Authority will have the option to offer one or more extensions, however the total contract length shall not exceed the lessor of 16 years or the date at which exclusivity ends. The deadline for submission of the selection questionnaire and associated documents is 13.00pm on Thursday 12th September 2024. Additional information: Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is one of the most pressing global challenges faced this century. Already, AMR infections are estimated to cause 700,000 deaths each year globally. That figure is predicted to rise to 10 million, alongside a cumulative cost of $100 trillion, by 2050 if no action is taken. The UK Government has recognised AMR as a global problem and committed action to tackle it as a priority issue. For most antimicrobial products, there are few replacements or alternative products in development and even fewer that target priority pathogens; therefore, investment in novel antimicrobials is widely seen as commercially unattractive. NHS England recognised this problem and has built an innovative model that will pay companies a fixed annual fee for antimicrobials (subscription model). Providers must be able to meet the requirements set out in this Invitation to Tender (ITT) and deliver the contract in accordance with its terms. Providers wishing to be considered for a subscription model contract must provide the information requested in the procurement documentation prior to the deadlines stated in this notice and the ITT. The ITT documentation including a selection questionnaire is available through the Atamis (Health Family) portal: https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. The reference is C299010 and the closing date for completed of the selection questionnaire is 13:00pm , on Thursday 12th September 2024. Bidders who pass the selection questionnaire will be invited to participate in the ITT stage of this procurement. Deadlines for the ITT stage will be confirmed to Bidders invited to that stage. To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Bidders have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b26cbca0-254c-4f5b-ab08-b50c06a32328 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,896,000,000 |
| 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 | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS1 4AP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Hunslet & Riverside |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds South |
| 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), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland, TLN Northern Ireland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

## Release History

- 12 Aug 2024 at 11:04 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b26cbca0-254c-4f5b-ab08-b50c06a32328
- 12 Aug 2024 at 10:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c8052405-ad6d-42f8-bd26-eb0d5689d7a0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b26cbca0-254c-4f5b-ab08-b50c06a32328
  12th August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c8052405-ad6d-42f8-bd26-eb0d5689d7a0
  12th August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome

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