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title: "Branded Midlands and East Branded Medicines - Tranche A - March 2020"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-a1c11910-33f2-48b7-891a-41eebf0d1bf0"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NHS ENGLAND"
published: "2017-05-10"
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# Branded Midlands and East Branded Medicines - Tranche A - March 2020

Buyer: NHS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a1c11910-33f2-48b7-891a-41eebf0d1bf0

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Branded Midlands and East Branded Medicines - Tranche A - March 2020" is initiated by NHS England, focusing on acquiring pharmaceutical products within the Midlands and East regions of the UK. The contract has a total value of £300 million, with a planned procurement stage as of May 10, 2017. It encompasses a contract period starting on March 1, 2020, and concluding on February 28, 2022. The budget breakdown includes two fiscal years, each accounting for £150 million. Interested suppliers should take note of the future notice expected on June 21, 2019, as the procurement unfolds. 

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the pharmaceutical sector, particularly those that specialise in branded medicines. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria, while other firms capable of delivering pharmaceutical products across a wide geographical area would also be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this procurement could lead to long-term partnerships with NHS England and contribute to the growth of businesses involved in public health services.

## Notice

Midlands and East Branded Medicines - Tranche A - March 2020 Additional information: Region = Midlands and East only

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c96b786a-4543-4ced-8544-8cf286738309 |
| 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 | 10 May 2017 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 20 Jun 2019 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2020 - 28 Feb 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000,000 |
| 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

- 10 May 2017 at 15:20 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c96b786a-4543-4ced-8544-8cf286738309

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c96b786a-4543-4ced-8544-8cf286738309
  10th May 2017 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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