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title: "NHS National Pharmaceuticals Transition 2022_1"
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# NHS National Pharmaceuticals Transition 2022_1

Buyer: NHS ENGLAND AND NHS IMPROVEMENT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b531fe5b-ea41-438a-b6a9-a68b20c87d8e

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## Summary

NHS England and NHS Improvement is currently managing the procurement process for the "NHS National Pharmaceuticals Transition 2022_1" tender, which falls under the pharmaceutical products category. The tender is at the active stage and was published on 17 March 2022, with a submission deadline set for 21 April 2022. The framework agreement period is set to begin on 29 July 2022 and will extend until 31 May 2024, covering various regions across the United Kingdom, including East Midlands, London, and the North West. The procurement is being conducted under an open procedure, which allows for wide participation.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the pharmaceuticals sector, particularly those specialising in the supply of oral and hospital-only products. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this tender especially accessible due to its open nature. Companies that can meet NHS standards for quality and compliance will be well-suited to compete, as they can benefit from a contract that potentially covers multiple regions and has a maximum term of up to 48 months. Engaging in this procurement process could enhance a business's growth and visibility within the healthcare supply chain.

## Notice

Invitation to offer for NHS National Pharmaceuticals Transition 2022_1 Offer reference number: CM/PHG/21/5637 Period of framework agreement: Dates detailed below, with an option or options to extend (at the discretion of the Authority) up to maximum contract length of 48 months. Potential periods of call-offs under the framework agreement: Transition: CESW: 29/07/2022 to 30/09/2023 (14 months) LSNE: 29/07/2022 to 31/05/2024 (22 months) NWLN: 29/07/2022 to 31/01/2023 (6 months) Oral (plus non-parenteral) Products: All regions: 29/07/2022 to 31/05/2024 (22 months) Hospital Only Products: CESW: 29/07/2022 to 30/09/2023 (14 months) LSNE: 29/07/2022 to 31/05/2024 (22 months) NWLN: 29/07/2022 to 31/01/2023 (6 months)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d79e13e-096b-49e8-92f1-6b1ceed112ed |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Apr 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Jul 2022 - 31 May 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1 |
| 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 AND NHS IMPROVEMENT |
| 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

- 17 Mar 2022 at 16:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d79e13e-096b-49e8-92f1-6b1ceed112ed

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d79e13e-096b-49e8-92f1-6b1ceed112ed
  17th March 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/8d000000Hb2f/_J5KU.TO3C01GXtTb59L7AfJ_oCOSi5PHKU_T70zVqg
  Document No. 03 - Framework Agreement and Terms and Conditions
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/8d000000Hb2p/Eng2.ORgPz.XA50ZZoiB2DPcJ1P4A.TO4tz2kthw95w
  Document No. 05a(i) Product Listing and usage Transition CM_PHG_21_5637_00
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/8d000000Hb2G/_4YZMvnFYqEzphU46LVoo8GAnm6taHFJD3OFDe9aAjs
  Document No. 04 - Contract technical specification
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/8d000000Hb2k/QyHWHOmm3s7M4OM9DVVPlxwPtjUXjGNDelWUEOwfkIU
  Document No. 05a(v) Product Listing and Usage Hospital only Products CM_PHG_21_5637_02
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/8d000000Hb2o/HndL4pvBUmOWROvV28cEiRPX5rHYtfonRVMgI6y2kf0
  Document No. 05b - Selectt offer schedule instructions
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/8d000000Hb2j/A9.eKbRY5JwiPURdwaT3hbrEG49lEL90K5R6e5ijwoc
  Document No. 05a (ii), 05a (iv), 05a (vi) CM_PHG_17_5532 SELECTT Application
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/8d000000Hb2n/so017jhuxywIWlKdR6PNFM9WklE7Im3B6Xmk9z.rdfA
  Document No. 00 - Read Me First Document
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/8d000000Hb2s/nD3VJF8W.kKloRKR4ReyOpR0Yg_dBX4oCM5z4TiwoLA
  Document No. 05a(iii) Product Listing and usage Oral Products plus non-parenterals CM_PHG_21_5637_01
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/8d000000Hb2e/y87p3nOERZS7UiSzi_7y.EaN0L_Od3NwMnBx98qAgk4
  Document No. 01 - Invitation to offer covering letter
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/8d000000Hb26/yvqgp3.WSAYPJ57CmRlyHnpKkqAN08.23.nERDLK4CU
  Document No. 07a - Quality control technical sheet
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/8d000000Hb2F/cOg8CjvacGGjuG1OMH5EuBICDrBp5lTrRnl1dscGTwg
  Document No. 09 - Stability Data Requirments
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/8d000000Hb2i/Vjj5x_19ZWuzEG4r1V8sws0YDwiAPgiRt_zHsGagDzg
  Document No. 02 - Terms of offer
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/8d000000Hb2d/hClzb_TqTbdzM9q5xeEeWZBhcICRd14htDXLfdNULUw
  Document No. 08 - Confidential information schedule
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/8d000000Hb2E/pJ5gOOJGSelwGWyiB.qQKvlIDMxRqr5n_9M.ySxMBLI
  Document No. 07b - Guidance for performing a risk assessment of licensed medicines for the NHS
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/8d000000Hb24/evB8b8Gkut9SP76SD0jVNTfm83MXFQoIabNgfEGAOd0
  Document No. 06 - Form of offer
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/8d000000Hb25/ebTSPjhvObmcnig4i.7lbWGsT45ss8jcJtQT0zoNRNU
  Qualification Questionnaire - Transition 2022_1

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