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title: "NHS Pharmaceuticals 2016_2"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e7fa85cf-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "COMMERCIAL MEDICINES UNIT"
published: "2017-03-09"
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# NHS Pharmaceuticals 2016_2

Buyer: COMMERCIAL MEDICINES UNIT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e7fa85cf-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "NHS Pharmaceuticals 2016_2" is managed by the Commercial Medicines Unit, a part of the UK government based in Runcorn, England. This tender involves pharmaceutical products classified under the CPV code 33600000 and encompasses a significant budget ranging from £105 million to £115 million. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure, and the contract period is set to commence on 1 January 2017 and conclude on 30 June 2018. The tender period ended on 17 August 2016, but businesses could have engaged in call-offs during several defined periods across various regions in the United Kingdom, including North West, Eastern & North London, South East, and others.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses particularly in the pharmaceutical sector, especially those capable of providing goods relevant to the NHS and meeting the contract's quality standards. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as there is a specific reference to SME suitability. Companies that can navigate the complexities of public procurement and supply pharmaceutical products will find this tender suitable for expanding their market presence and establishing long-term relationships within the healthcare sector.

## Notice

Invitation to offer for NHS Pharmaceuticals 2016_2 Offer reference number: CM/PHG/12/5379 Period of framework agreement: Dates detailed below with options to extend up to a maximum period of 36 months Potential periods of call-offs under the framework agreement: North West & Eastern & North London: 01/01/2017 to 31/01/2018 (13 months) South East & South London 01/01/2017 to 30/06/2018 (18 months) & North East & Yorkshire: Central & South West: 01/01/2017 to 30/06/2017 (6 months)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80f6dca6-91a7-4179-8e99-a8625cff2c02 |
| 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 | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Mar 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Aug 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Nov 2016 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2017 - 30 Jun 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £115,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £34,400,000 |
| 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 | 2 |
| Supplier names | PLEASE SEE ATTACHMENTS; PLEASE SEE ATTACHMENTS FOR AWARDED SUPPLIERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

## Release History

- 9 Mar 2017 at 14:45 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80f6dca6-91a7-4179-8e99-a8625cff2c02
- 9 Mar 2017 at 10:48 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80f6dca6-91a7-4179-8e99-a8625cff2c02
- 9 Mar 2017 at 10:34 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80f6dca6-91a7-4179-8e99-a8625cff2c02
- 9 Mar 2017 at 09:00 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80f6dca6-91a7-4179-8e99-a8625cff2c02
- 17 Jan 2017 at 11:08 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80f6dca6-91a7-4179-8e99-a8625cff2c02
- 29 Nov 2016 at 10:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80f6dca6-91a7-4179-8e99-a8625cff2c02
- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/020bd9b7-31a5-4ccc-a816-7243956b3621

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80f6dca6-91a7-4179-8e99-a8625cff2c02
  29th November 2016 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/020bd9b7-31a5-4ccc-a816-7243956b3621
  18th July 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/417e2bf0-a869-4525-8129-0447ab8509f9
  ITO - OJEU Advert
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f3c7c569-2504-4500-a1ed-eb723cdf609b
  ITO - Complete Tender Pack
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9efe604d-87eb-4a86-a8f3-8b867bdc1ca8
  ITO - Bravo ITO and Questionnaire
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2f89befe-a781-4e12-ad1d-ba847bccf279
  ITO - OJEU Advert
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f270298e-3d85-49f8-9bad-3cdf9a3eda4e
  ITO - Complete Tender Pack
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1271c2fa-39f9-4b6d-9000-81fe08967890
  ITO - Bravo ITO and Questionnaire
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/4db1f1fd-6d94-4476-9e99-d808b5c4905a
  Complete Award Documentation Pack
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/eeb89a36-7b4b-45d6-84d8-a21bd642f157
  ITO - OJEU Advert
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e007403b-8130-40dd-b9e9-e5c1533ea028
  ITO - Complete Tender Pack
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/be405e21-a75a-48d0-be8a-4406205a4b20
  ITO - Bravo ITO and Questionnaire
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/cf606e77-2a6d-4a26-8b41-b9ff394ed064
  Published OJEU Notice
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/ed7389e5-4d35-420b-ab53-0303319ca399
  Award Notification Letter
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/0d4ab40e-ffff-4d51-9da2-9c9d14185164
  Transparency Award Schedules
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/70bc3396-856b-4cc6-9292-82267878bd42
  Framework Agreement
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/28ffd25a-d634-4ef3-8677-49a78f3456bc
  Award Supplier Postcode and SME Status'
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/f264b431-b3bd-4cf9-a090-b2372482c159
  Award Criteria and debrief explanation
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/af846c6f-d275-4efa-b4b1-c3c537bab224
  Awarded Suppliers
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/76794359-4373-4f10-a220-14eb496cf0dd
  Supply Chain Notification Form
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/205df41c-c32e-47f0-b129-00b9177162d2
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/02ce6041-1326-4060-bfde-ce0c5b5add43
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7f372da2-0f92-45be-b563-57439ec6593b
  ITO - OJEU Advert
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/543e5b03-3612-4daf-b347-8e4af2b64098
  ITO - Complete Tender Pack
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/87decc97-3c7a-4d5a-927f-60b7ba7ac514
  ITO - Bravo ITO and Questionnaire
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ecee87a7-b951-4911-8d50-c9cb18d40f99
  ITO - OJEU Advert
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/745410e6-0c99-4f88-a582-8366a5f7f4e8
  ITO - Complete Tender Pack
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7406239e-96ce-4d18-9553-f124b4ab2688
  ITO - Bravo ITO and Questionnaire
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/62db5ee8-cbdb-48e1-9920-65c8943529ab
  ITO - OJEU Advert
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/127dc7ca-3655-4986-a98c-c6bf5cd276b9
  ITO - Complete Tender Pack
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/99d86644-6ec4-45ff-8818-6c0fd3893abd
  ITO - Bravo ITO and Questionnaire
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/952bb0e4-5ac4-4851-9b6a-e0232baa0a87
  Award - Award Notification
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8d4aef0e-1a84-4b46-a64b-f97554b7c4c2
  Award - Parties Appointed to Framework
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ce74ec1e-0657-4a0a-b818-2792a9598ef6
  ITO - OJEU Advert
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/de1ec517-c332-4e50-961c-525e257fd604
  ITO - Complete Tender Pack
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/df54cd1f-d58e-447b-b27e-5d34243138df
  ITO - Bravo ITO and Questionnaire
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/132ab0c3-2ae6-4b72-bd04-d98276ddbe7b
  Award - Framework Agreement
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/752db26d-5ccd-410f-8e44-4aa8ca9e0f41
  Award - Award Criteria
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b787ad9b-588c-42ed-80d3-246087d9c0d9
  Award - Supply Chain Notification Form
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a4fcb2cf-174c-4c3f-959f-af1b629dc81f
  Award - Transparency Schedules
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bb41250c-9da1-46a5-acc7-27cafa59c83d
  Award - Post Code and SME Status
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0bc0feab-e33c-43e2-9a8c-c68b025bbf60
  Award - OJEU Award Notice

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