--- title: "NHS Framework Agreement for Branded Medicines - Proprietary Category Tender - 1st May 2024" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c8f1e529-66d9-48c0-aea3-ec22948fb741" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c8f1e529-66d9-48c0-aea3-ec22948fb741" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c8f1e529-66d9-48c0-aea3-ec22948fb741.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c8f1e529-66d9-48c0-aea3-ec22948fb741.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NHS ENGLAND" published: "2024-11-11" --- # NHS Framework Agreement for Branded Medicines - Proprietary Category Tender - 1st May 2024 Buyer: NHS ENGLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c8f1e529-66d9-48c0-aea3-ec22948fb741 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c8f1e529-66d9-48c0-aea3-ec22948fb741) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c8f1e529-66d9-48c0-aea3-ec22948fb741.json) ## Summary NHS England has announced an active tender for a framework agreement for branded medicines under the proprietary category, scheduled to commence on 1st May 2024 and valid until 30th April 2029. This tender, identified by reference number CM/PHR/22/5683, seeks pharmaceutical products across multiple regions including the East Midlands, East of England, London, North East, North West, South East, South West, West Midlands, Yorkshire and the Humber, as well as the Channel Islands of Guernsey and Jersey. The procurement is in the Tender stage, with interested parties required to submit their applications via the Atamis e-sourcing portal by the deadline on 9th December 2024. The procurement method is an open procedure above the threshold, and the total value of the contract is GBP 1,775,939. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly those specialising in branded medicines. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate as NHS England aims to diversify its supplier base. Companies with expertise in delivering high-quality pharmaceutical products to various regions within the UK and the Channel Islands stand to benefit from long-term business growth. This framework agreement could provide a substantial revenue stream for capable suppliers, fostering partnerships with a high-profile public sector organisation. ## Notice NHS Framework Agreement for Branded Medicines - Proprietary Category Tender - 01 May 2025 Offer reference number: CM/PHR/22/5683 CM/PHR/22/5683/00 - NHS Framework Agreement for Branded Medicines - Proprietary Category Tender: Period of Framework Agreement: 01 May 2025 to 30 April 2029 Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01c70832-eaca-4acc-9caf-73910290e97b | | 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 | 11 Nov 2024 | | Submission deadline | 9 Dec 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,775,939 | | 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 - 11 Nov 2024 at 10:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01c70832-eaca-4acc-9caf-73910290e97b ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01c70832-eaca-4acc-9caf-73910290e97b 11th November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2f0fc3c6-1de4-4e0d-96f2-b37a8401d58e Document No. 03 - Framework Agreement and Terms and Conditions - National Branded Proprietary Category -1st May 2025 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/adb71bd1-4f7a-4cdf-9c9b-3035d2a8c6e1 Document No. 08 - Confidential Information Schedule - CM_PHR_22_5683 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f4215394-b8bd-4418-bdad-52ebb268240e Document No. 05c - Volume Discounts or Additional Products Offer Schedule - CM-PHR-22-5683 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/15281cbc-a59c-42d3-9fdc-de3ee7456a57 Document No. 02 - Terms of offer - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/15b93a0b-7dce-43a0-a601-45d370580b9d Document No. 10 - Participating Authorities - CM_PHR_22_5683 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/de6956c1-8d62-41db-bc2e-5584569c5966 Document No. 06 - Form of Offer - CM_PHR_22_5683 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/68d38db2-5b08-4dfb-a731-eb946d70300e Document No. 05b - Tender Product Listing and Usage - CM-PHR-22-5683 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/aea1506a-4bec-49fc-8ea5-cab5850ac987 Document No. 05a - Selectt Offer Schedule CM_PHR_22_5683_00 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/094b359d-2b45-4f11-872d-f9c9b9d16831 Document No. 04a - Quality Assurance Process - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/419622b3-a294-405e-bce6-107aa6ab10fb Document No. 04b - Assessment Criteria, Stability Protocol and Additional Specification Requirements - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1770fe0e-8f48-4247-8140-2c3c94d33399 Document No. 01 - Invitation to offer covering letter - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1a5a1733-60e9-45d3-8a2a-4dcd23931a21 Document No. 07b - Quality Assurance Policy to Support the National Contract Procurement of Licensed Medicines v6 (Issued October 2023) - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/209e3b9c-03a2-4055-a173-f87bde82c64b Document No. 05d - Selectt Offer Schedule Instructions - CM-PHR-22-5683 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b8382653-4ebb-4773-8b7f-d4a5f3e80d47 Document No. 05e - Supplementary Usage Data for Buprenorphine Methylphenidate and Oxycodone - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/02400fae-8215-48ff-a18d-0b267f3826ee Document No. 07a - Quality Control Technical Sheet - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/19c73b05-9d85-4394-b2fa-2dbf5b72a440 Document No. 09 - 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