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title: "Branded - NHS North of England Branded Medicines - Tranche B - March 2018"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-71048cf3-a064-433b-983f-8c6805aac570"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NHS ENGLAND"
published: "2017-05-12"
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# Branded - NHS North of England Branded Medicines - Tranche B - March 2018

Buyer: NHS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-71048cf3-a064-433b-983f-8c6805aac570

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## Summary

The NHS England is seeking bids for the tender titled "Branded - NHS North of England Branded Medicines - Tranche B - March 2018," which is classified under pharmaceutical products. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with the contract period set to begin on 1st March 2018 and conclude on 29th February 2020. This opportunity has an estimated total value of £420,750,000, and a communication date for the future notice is scheduled for 21st June 2017. The service is primarily aimed at the North of England region, with delivery addresses potentially including the UK and British Overseas Territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors, especially those with expertise in branded medicines. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the NHS England is open to collaborative bids. Companies that can efficiently meet the logistical requirements for distributing medicines in the North of England and possess reliable supply chain capabilities will be well-suited to compete for this contract, enabling them to expand their reach and revenue in a competitive market.

## Notice

North of England Tranche B Additional information: North of England region only

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3d3733a-42d2-4517-a105-830bd07fd0e1 |
| Notice type | Planned Procurement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 May 2017 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 20 Jun 2017 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2018 - 29 Feb 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £420,750,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

## Release History

- 12 May 2017 at 09:14 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3d3733a-42d2-4517-a105-830bd07fd0e1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3d3733a-42d2-4517-a105-830bd07fd0e1
  12th May 2017 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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