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title: "NHS National Generic Pharmaceuticals - Transition 2021_2"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ad875e04-d591-44d5-8be4-602c5011e9d6"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "NHS ENGLAND"
published: "2021-02-02"
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# NHS National Generic Pharmaceuticals - Transition 2021_2

Buyer: NHS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ad875e04-d591-44d5-8be4-602c5011e9d6

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## Summary

NHS England is currently facilitating the procurement process for the "NHS National Generic Pharmaceuticals - Transition 2021_2" contract, which is categorised under pharmaceutical products. The tender was officially published on 20 January 2021 and is valued at approximately £115.93 million. The tender period is set to conclude on 23 February 2021, with the contract expected to commence on 15 June 2021 and last until 31 January 2023. The procurement is being conducted through an open procedure that is below the threshold, and it encompasses multiple delivery locations across the United Kingdom, including regions like East Midlands, London, and Yorkshire and the Humber.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses within the pharmaceutical sector, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that are capable of supplying generic pharmaceuticals. Companies with expertise in pharmaceutical production, distribution, or healthcare supply chain solutions would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement could also bolster partnerships with NHS affiliates and enhance supplier capabilities in handling large-scale healthcare projects.

## Notice

NHS National Generic Pharmaceuticals - Transition 2021_2

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d84d4b9a-9cbc-45cd-9650-46e3c9db3e7e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Jun 2021 - 31 Jan 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £115,932,694 |
| 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

- 2 Feb 2021 at 13:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d84d4b9a-9cbc-45cd-9650-46e3c9db3e7e
- 2 Feb 2021 at 13:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/932b8567-6c0b-4aab-8d97-0db0862e87c0
- 2 Feb 2021 at 12:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4079bcd0-c384-46c0-b7af-83229b3a03ef
- 20 Jan 2021 at 12:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbdfacb7-ee6b-4ba3-9c3d-d87b8fc64c72

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d84d4b9a-9cbc-45cd-9650-46e3c9db3e7e
  2nd February 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/932b8567-6c0b-4aab-8d97-0db0862e87c0
  2nd February 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4079bcd0-c384-46c0-b7af-83229b3a03ef
  2nd February 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbdfacb7-ee6b-4ba3-9c3d-d87b8fc64c72
  20th January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kFPU/piSmFj9xIGxELLUDM.SxcSrTw9FZzQvlveJiOHlO96A
  Document No. 05b - Selectt offer schedule instructions
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kFPC/xdrs9Zds3_Cy_bNz0QM0gnBNC64oXEVmerff0L2Z9Gw
  Document No. 05a(v) Tender Product Listing and usage - Hospital Only_Housekeeping Products
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kFPK/6Dkiz8Rh3oIzlAaYOM8Hv4Wb1AqadT_aSrrplL2GX70
  Document No. 01 - Invitation to offer covering letter
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kFPM/9zeuR333MGZ5LiDY8RdiP3F670Xa218aqRtU5TUsiLs
  Document No. 05a(i) Product Listing and usage - Transiton
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kFPL/f8LRst72psZrerlpn9WIs2bH12ujiowUrt00Ml.Yp2E
  Document No. 04 - Contract technical specification
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kFPG/tOaLS_1ZVYWchjE_QsC2CiQ39znPbaW1IUhmxtuZaLY
  Document No. 03 - Framework Agreement and Terms and Conditions
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kFPF/ND9t0xraD8XBs2Gut8op6wuXSZI5NFm.0OxuzEBDlzc
  Document No. 08 - Confidential information schedule
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kFPc/MrXDOc3nvgB1dme1eNGzTpgdZEd8BscBgYk_HTUefQ8
  Document No. 06 - Form of offer
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kFOz/TXZu4pBwMjFUQsnHo_xaB7bGL1OrBxToMdkwx4KhnhM
  Document No. 05a(ii) CM_PHG_20_5631_00 SELECTT Application
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kFPX/m8XBQADA8OWsq1QoiA4U6ZuZ0U7mICphmaIw2Hl52iM
  Qualification Questionnaire - Transition 2021_2
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kFPH/2CdXG_7GS4a.R33d.SazvO6OwJgI6SrIhPIfep1D4CA
  Document No. 07a - Quality control technical sheet
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kFPB/uUXWbr6MCFxikE2FY1O6EAkrT9PCqG_bf4wlgH6CxrY
  Document No. 05a(iii) Product Listing and usage - Oral (plus non-parenteral) Products
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kFPA/FM0C6.pZ75fjklW_403Zpj4fdIIEtffSrGTz9ww3kQY
  Find a Tender Notice - NHS national Generic Pharmaceuticals Transition 2021_2
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kFPT/nywD8NJGjDYaljug1ED2bDUXmKVmzr8IJJPCwgMKY5w
  Document No. 09 - Stability Data Requirements
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kFPS/Kol2Q3t8WWne5wB5RZmTE7MvRUB12Rr1SaZfV50c84o
  Document No. 07b - Guidance for performing a risk assessment of licensed medicines for the NHS
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kFPQ/N14710l9tFAPbudHPA8X05OoX.1AYmC301lnxnT6Nso
  Document No. 02 - Terms of offer
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kFuz/555tviEKzJmLUeCZrhxKMehdpTCS9clmQEvG.hIr.Ec
  Document No. 02 - Terms of offer Amendment 2 February 2021
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kFv9/SgdUbxziwGyEf8ncwfXw2oQ0hWOzqqrREabYQlPEMzQ
  Document No. 02 - Terms of offer

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