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title: "NHS Pharmaceuticals Products Transition 2017_1"
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# NHS Pharmaceuticals Products Transition 2017_1

Buyer: COMMERCIAL MEDICINES UNIT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bcbf55b3-a27f-4459-b9da-6661b24458ef

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "NHS Pharmaceuticals Products Transition 2017_1," initiated by the Commercial Medicines Unit, is part of the pharmaceuticals industry in the United Kingdom. The total contract value is £40 million and the framework agreement has a maximum duration of 28 months, commencing on 1st May 2017 and concluding on 30th June 2018. The procurement method used is an open procedure, with the tender period having ended on 13th December 2016. This contract primarily serves regions across England, including North East, Yorkshire and the Humber, and London, among others.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) in the pharmaceutical sector, allowing them to participate in the supply of essential medicines. Businesses that provide pharmaceutical products, particularly those with capabilities in meeting the diverse regional requirements outlined, would be well-suited to compete in this procurement process. Engaging in this contract can facilitate growth by enabling businesses to expand their market reach and establish long-term relationships within the healthcare industry.

## Notice

NHS Pharmaceuticals 2017_1 Offer reference number: CM/PHG/15/5490 Period of framework agreement: The total maximum duration of the framework agreement to be no more than 28 months Potential periods of call-offs under the framework agreement: North West & Eastern & North London: 01/05/2017 to 31/01/2018 (9 months) South East & South London & North East & Yorkshire: 01/05/2017 to 31/10/2017 (6 months) Central & South West: 01/05/2017 to 30/06/2018 (14 months)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6ca4e03-300f-48ee-b64f-a1ebf2a4b689 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Apr 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Dec 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Feb 2017 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2017 - 30 Jun 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £40,000,000 |
| 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 | COMMERCIAL MEDICINES UNIT |
| 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) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SEE ATTACHMENTS FOR LIST OF AWARDED SUPPLIERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

## Release History

- 21 Apr 2017 at 13:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6ca4e03-300f-48ee-b64f-a1ebf2a4b689

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6ca4e03-300f-48ee-b64f-a1ebf2a4b689
  21st April 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a42bbfff-2e21-47e2-8b8a-87303797cba5
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/48a1d54f-e83e-4e48-b013-9d1d9ce36221
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d9f3e509-21d0-450d-890b-99753bfb7355
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e825866c-a6d1-4646-9807-9bcd0740a75f
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1aa8fcdd-7cee-4711-a49c-8b1766f6f41d
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3087ca95-aae6-4fd0-837a-94182d9c5764
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e0b7adfc-b116-4126-afa7-4069c8d47abd
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d34f8147-8f3c-4f69-acaa-b69c572de634
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