--- title: "NHS National Framework Agreement - Inhalation Anaesthetics and Vaporisers" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ea0142bf-89c3-4d7b-b97a-296873fe1457" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ea0142bf-89c3-4d7b-b97a-296873fe1457" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ea0142bf-89c3-4d7b-b97a-296873fe1457.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ea0142bf-89c3-4d7b-b97a-296873fe1457.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "MEDICINES PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN (MPSC)" published: "2025-03-31" --- # NHS National Framework Agreement - Inhalation Anaesthetics and Vaporisers Buyer: MEDICINES PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN (MPSC) Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ea0142bf-89c3-4d7b-b97a-296873fe1457 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ea0142bf-89c3-4d7b-b97a-296873fe1457) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ea0142bf-89c3-4d7b-b97a-296873fe1457.json) ## Summary The NHS National Framework Agreement for Inhalation Anaesthetics and Vaporisers has been completed. Managed by Medicines Procurement and Supply Chain (MPSC) located in Runcorn, England, this procurement falls under the pharmaceutical products category. The open procedure procurement method was used for this framework agreement, encompassing a total value of GBP 8,866,189. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 11th December 2024, the start of the contract period on 1st February 2025, and the end date on 31st January 2027, with potential extensions of up to 24 months at the discretion of the Authority. This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for companies involved in supplying pharmaceutical products. The completed contract, valued at GBP 36,522,476, has been awarded to Abbvie Ltd, Baxter Healthcare Ltd, and Piramal Critical Care Limited. Businesses, especially SMEs like Piramal Critical Care Limited, stand to gain by participating in such frameworks that cater to essential medical supplies. The open procedure provides a competitive and transparent entry point for businesses looking to expand their footprint in the public healthcare supply chain. ## Notice NHS National Framework Agreement - Inhalation Anaesthetics and Vaporisers Period of framework agreement: 1st February 2025 to 31st January 2027, with an option or options to extend (at the discretion of the Authority) for a period or periods of up to 24 months. with option or options to extend (at the discretion of the Authority) for a period or periods of up to 24 months. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c5ea426-1327-4f84-917d-042a62442272 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large, SME | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 31 Mar 2025 | | Submission deadline | 11 Dec 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 24 Jan 2025 | | Contract period | 1 Feb 2025 - 31 Jan 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £8,866,189 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £36,522,476 | | 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 | MEDICINES PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN (MPSC) | | 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), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 3 | | Supplier names | ABBVIE; BAXTER HEALTHCARE; PIRAMAL CRITICAL CARE | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products ## Release History - 31 Mar 2025 at 13:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c5ea426-1327-4f84-917d-042a62442272 - 31 Mar 2025 at 13:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fda4817c-7321-4871-ba0a-2015ae723828 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c5ea426-1327-4f84-917d-042a62442272 31st March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fda4817c-7321-4871-ba0a-2015ae723828 31st March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6eaca78b-a6e5-4f3c-8c17-b5818f302728 Transparency Award Schedule BAXTER - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0785d049-44d3-4e6a-95ec-7c48709b98bb Transparency Award Schedule PIRAMAL - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9d5e3ac5-1abc-4350-850e-b34831317e77 Framework Agreement and Terms and Conditions - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8c7bf32d-e1df-4b8a-b513-6bd88f2c678a Transparency Award Schedule ABBVIE - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/69110aad-2476-4dc9-918d-fda57b4afed5 Transparency Award Schedule BAXTER - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d5b52c87-5fd9-42f3-8f97-3b1d959ba420 Transparency Award Schedule PIRAMAL - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/35273b76-236c-4bd8-8e52-f19fc8a401c0 Framework Agreement and Terms and Conditions - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1bbcd5fa-5d07-47fd-86b0-2566d8efcea3 Transparency Award Schedule ABBVIE ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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