--- title: "NHS National Generic Pharmaceuticals Wave 15a" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b0d4996e-5b3f-4161-a167-2b65b53c068b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b0d4996e-5b3f-4161-a167-2b65b53c068b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b0d4996e-5b3f-4161-a167-2b65b53c068b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b0d4996e-5b3f-4161-a167-2b65b53c068b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "NHS ENGLAND" published: "2024-12-18" --- # NHS National Generic Pharmaceuticals Wave 15a Buyer: NHS ENGLAND Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b0d4996e-5b3f-4161-a167-2b65b53c068b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b0d4996e-5b3f-4161-a167-2b65b53c068b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b0d4996e-5b3f-4161-a167-2b65b53c068b.json) ## Summary NHS England has completed the procurement process titled "NHS National Generic Pharmaceuticals Wave 15a" under the industry category of Pharmaceutical products (CPV: 33600000). The framework agreement spans a maximum duration of 28 months, with possible extensions up to 48 months, covering various regions in England, including CESW, LSNE, NWLN, DNW, DLN, DLS, DNE, DCE, and DSW. The contract, awarded through an open procedure above the threshold, began on 1 February 2025 and will end on 31 May 2027. Notable dates include the tender period closure on 8 August 2024 and the award date on 5 November 2024. This tender creates significant business opportunities for SMEs, particularly those specialising in the supply of pharmaceuticals. The framework agreement facilitates vendors to engage with NHS England, offering a stable contractual relationship over several months, enhancing business growth for companies that can deliver quality pharmaceutical products. Businesses with a robust supply chain in pharmaceuticals and those capable of supporting the NHS's extensive regional requirements are best suited to compete in this tender process. ## Notice Invitation to offer for NHS National Generic Pharmaceuticals - Wave 15a. Offer reference number: CM/PHG/23/5697. Period of framework agreement: The total maximum duration of the framework agreement to be no more than 28 months with an option or options to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 48 months. Potential periods of call-offs under the framework agreement: CM/PHG/23/5697/01 - Orals (plus non-parenteral) Products: All Regions (CESW/LSNE/NWLN): 01/02/2025 to 31/05/2027 (28 Months) CM/PHG/23/5697/02 - Hospital Only Products: DNW & DLN: 01/02/2025 to 31/01/2027 (24 months) CM/PHG/23/5697/03 - Hospital Only Products (Housekeeping): DLS & DNE: 01/02/2025 to 31/05/2026 (16 months) DCE & DSW: 01/02/2025 to 30/09/2025 (8 months) ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90e64fc6-d5ef-4b4f-b01b-cd30657b68e2 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Dec 2024 | | Submission deadline | 8 Aug 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 5 Nov 2024 | | Contract period | 1 Feb 2025 - 31 May 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £257,146,400 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £1 | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Active | | 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), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | MULTIPLE SUPPLIERS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products ## Release History - 18 Dec 2024 at 16:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90e64fc6-d5ef-4b4f-b01b-cd30657b68e2 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90e64fc6-d5ef-4b4f-b01b-cd30657b68e2 18th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2016cf3e-95f8-4275-9b83-bb1eed7d8b05 Framework Agreement and Terms and Conditions - Wave 15a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/834ba719-319c-4375-83c8-a348ff7c52c8 Transparency Award Schedule - Wave 15a - Lot 1 5697_01 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3d9809bd-5808-43fe-bf03-c78a9a6759d1 Wave 15a Parties Appointed and SME Status - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c7336805-d4ab-4cd0-9024-c05fd4a25755 Transparency Award Schedule - Wave 15a - Lot 2 5697_02 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/475a255a-5e06-4396-be58-2f74401480e0 Transparency Award Schedule - Wave 15a - Lot 3 5697_03 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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