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title: "NHS National Framework Agreement for the Supply of Adalimumab"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-cf214d35-928b-431d-9ab6-37a7871b4be7"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "NHS ENGLAND"
published: "2018-09-19"
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# NHS National Framework Agreement for the Supply of Adalimumab

Buyer: NHS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cf214d35-928b-431d-9ab6-37a7871b4be7

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## Summary

NHS England is conducting a tender process for the "NHS National Framework Agreement for the Supply of Adalimumab," which falls within the pharmaceutical products industry category. The tender is currently active and will close on 22nd October 2018 at 23:59 BST. The framework period for the contract is set to commence on 1st December 2018 and will last until 30th November 2019, with the possibility for extension up to 24 months. The total value of the procurement is estimated at £560 million, with delivery required across several regions in the UK, including North East, North West, and London. This is an open procurement process, employing the open procedure above the threshold.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those in the pharmaceutical sector, to expand their footprint within the NHS supply chain. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given that they are deemed suitable for this contract. Companies that specialise in the manufacturing or supply of pharmaceutical products, especially those familiar with the requirements of the NHS, would be well-positioned to compete effectively for this lucrative contract.

## Notice

for NHS National Framework Agreement for Adalimumab Injection, Framework Period: 1 December 2018 - 30 November 2019 with an option to extend (at the Authority's discretion) for a period or periods up to a total of 24 months Tender Reference: CM/PHR/18/5567

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d8696ac8-ee62-4da9-93fa-611165862f95 |
| 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 | 19 Sep 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Oct 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2018 - 30 Nov 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £560,000,000 |
| 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

- 19 Sep 2018 at 16:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d8696ac8-ee62-4da9-93fa-611165862f95

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d8696ac8-ee62-4da9-93fa-611165862f95
  19th September 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5efc4fd7-fb1c-4356-b364-5c6bb199e4ce
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9e68f248-9acf-4d9d-93ac-b70a36029ab5
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b4f76dce-68df-4a8a-9a78-13645d21c771
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/90ac1020-6ca6-452c-b57f-5a899b242852
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f5dae6b9-8013-4e6d-8b1d-2a5eb079bd43
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6dbdec97-ece7-4f71-996b-f20e925f2d40
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7df9db32-7809-475b-9c81-62bfdfa875d1
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1cbab945-f88b-4bb3-8121-75139be1b8e9
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/45ab2ff6-46f1-4b7c-bb2a-54c32c9d85ca
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6c0f2eca-b0ea-4bf5-8b78-0bf7533f4af0
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3c0ff7b7-8b28-4298-b706-d4f0dc3374d8
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- https://nhsengland.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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