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title: "NHS Framework for the Midlands and East, Branded Medicines - Tranche A and Annual Tranche"
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# NHS Framework for the Midlands and East, Branded Medicines - Tranche A and Annual Tranche

Buyer: NHS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c1fd2c7c-08a3-44b6-a53c-a648e23e8adb

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## Summary

The tender titled "NHS Framework for the Midlands and East, Branded Medicines - Tranche A and Annual Tranche" is being conducted by NHS England, with a focus on the pharmaceutical products industry. This procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, and the deadline for submissions is set for 21 September 2021. The contract is expected to span from 1 March 2022 to 29 February 2024, with the possibility of extensions for an additional 24 months. The total value of the contract is approximately £186,398,572, and delivery locations include the East Midlands, East of England, and West Midlands in the United Kingdom.

This procurement offers a significant opportunity for businesses in the pharmaceutical sector, particularly those specialising in branded medicines. Companies that are well-suited to compete include small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can supply innovative pharmaceutical solutions, as well as larger organisations capable of meeting the rigorous requirements of the NHS. This framework is designed to enhance the supply of vital medicines within the NHS, making it an attractive proposition for businesses keen to expand their engagement with public sector healthcare contracts.

## Notice

NHS Framework for the Midlands and East, Branded Medicines - Tranche A and Annual Tranche Offer reference number: CM/PHR/20/5602 CM/PHR/20/5602/01 - NHS Framework for the Midlands and East, Branded Medicines - Tranche A. Period of framework: 1 March 2022 to 29 February 2024 with an option or options to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 24 months CM/PHR/20/5602/02 - NHS Framework for the Midlands and East Branded Medicines - Annual Tranche Products. Period of framework: 1 March 2022 to 28 February 2023 with an option or options to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 12 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e8f00c6-1e6f-42f0-aa00-df476709dcee |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| 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 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2022 - 29 Feb 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £186,398,572 |
| 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 | TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

## Release History

- 17 Aug 2021 at 14:04 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e8f00c6-1e6f-42f0-aa00-df476709dcee

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e8f00c6-1e6f-42f0-aa00-df476709dcee
  17th August 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000NJhQ/1ZkRsQ58xd3Vxew0viSGzTxaiCl5KWkh7U41Y_pzqgg
  Document No. 03 - Framework Agreement and Terms and Conditions (vA3933289)
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000NJhD/2mZIIk6mKJaYMhP0iKUt1XK9AT9Be1185pSZgI9P.dY
  Document No. 04 - Contract technical specification (A2383497)
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000NJh8/34fs1YuxZtGRHthKASA19HZ.moasZUtnq0G2VSrA0Ww
  Document No. 05b(ii) - Tender Product Listing and Usage CM_PHR_20_5602_02
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000NJh1/T3WHUuSj6dPd5BCQVvzJiL540pwYhhU_s9rPd7uPfbs
  Document No. 07b - Guidance for performing a risk assessment of licensed medicines for the NHS
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000NJhC/k5IjqGvPd0bs9h.oOHx5uT9LwmwJD_XdZkKuySvIcAg
  Document No. 05 - Selectt offer schedule instructions
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000NJh5/d4QR5J8FfKcEsTfO2zlTwvySvn0PumgOaCEiOPQXoo8
  Document No. 01 - Invitation to offer covering letter
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000NJh4/mJPU.0zUtCgYrkqJCkrb6bOeee97K6NZ_5ySyQCFMx4
  Document No. 02 - Terms of offer
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000NJh7/d0vq5PJ4F1YWrYANOSyyTLqmCFjCZ.dzZImcgU0v74c
  Document No. 06 - Form of offer
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000NJh2/IMS3nHdwp5v3xLcFiDQp3huSZbRcnxzbeIOO7H_2D2s
  Document No. 08 - Confidential information schedule (vA3938878)
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000NJhG/gebOprPL4buUZmmAlrZo1e5cG358GmfnL_Z_XZFgknM
  Document No. 05a( i, ii,) CM_PHR_20_5602_00 SELECTT Application copy
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000NJh3/GDxE8ZncAE1aW..R7Pg5Ln.BbMQzqAAAlLhnbzHH83g
  Document No. 05c - Volume discounts or Additional Products Offer Schedule
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000NJh6/LbEjmRZ63fHrjva_FHgSOqv7cQtLsxQL_TGtMTr5bI4
  Document No. 07a - Quality control technical sheet
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000NJhB/CIDyDO1grM9UGIg9y_vc1vLPgFptYBCCZQIjNquvyrA
  Document No. 05b(i) - Tender Product Listing and Usage CM_PHR_20_5602_01
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000NJgr/BhpNXp63m_terRNcmzujg7dl8vPjByuUeo784PaJomM
  Document No. 09 - Tender Design and Guidance on completing the ITO

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