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title: "NHS Framework for the North of England, Branded Medicines - Tranche A"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f09d9334-f777-4cf2-861b-8fa1defca98b"
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# NHS Framework for the North of England, Branded Medicines - Tranche A

Buyer: NHS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f09d9334-f777-4cf2-861b-8fa1defca98b

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## Summary

NHS England is seeking suppliers for the "NHS Framework for the North of England, Branded Medicines - Tranche A," which includes Branded Medicines, Cytokine Modulators, and other Monoclonal Antibodies. This tender, with an estimated value of £304,454,289, follows an open procurement method, attracting interest for medicines across the United Kingdom and the Isle of Man. The tender period closes on 12th November 2020, and the subsequent contract is anticipated to last from 1st March 2021 to 28th February 2023.

This contract presents a substantial opportunity for growth, particularly for businesses operating within the pharmaceutical sector specialising in branded medicines or related products. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the suitability criteria include provisions for their participation. Companies that can demonstrate experience in supplying the NHS and adhering to quality standards are well-positioned to compete for this significant contract.

## Notice

NHS Framework for the North of England, Branded Medicines - Tranche A plus Cytokine Modulators and other Monoclonal Antibodies.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e38961c-d7e6-4b19-b6a2-ef56ff93cccb |
| 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 | 25 Nov 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2021 - 28 Feb 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £304,454,289 |
| 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 |
| Additional buyers | HEALTH FAMILY |
| 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) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

## Release History

- 25 Nov 2020 at 12:29 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e38961c-d7e6-4b19-b6a2-ef56ff93cccb
- 13 Oct 2020 at 14:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0f3fa78-96f3-4f96-ab62-12972c435b00

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e38961c-d7e6-4b19-b6a2-ef56ff93cccb
  25th November 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0f3fa78-96f3-4f96-ab62-12972c435b00
  13th October 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kDhX/ohG5v_Q6U32jRKcaseglV81o_DLROeD8l6OI.3nurRU
  Document No. 01 - Invitation to offer covering letter
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kDhb/bw20ncb__Io_.dIr6eC3M8WBrog9rDRPNbqxa_T2tpU
  Document No. 02 - Terms of offer
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kDhg/5PTuvYCTtgx3d6InDa_G45aPH871NUogsj.YqlxPB28
  Document No. 05 - Selectt offer schedule instructions
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kDhP/92qQ5UatAk9wX4fArGmUh.Bql08OvWVurnLpf3hpvm8
  Document No. 08 - Confidential information schedule
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kDhc/jwlL6ZIWr5thbf9VhIkMdu7LTYocuduh_vH2o5SOjRA
  Document No. 03 - Framework Agreement and Terms and Conditions
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kDha/Gt.PbvQ151ziY_XtRo6Ntyoq_BpDd.c2sPKpuFpNbXE
  Document No. 04 - Contract technical specification
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kDhe/DNonCkMdGyEsA6yDhYr2CcFXIYjDNwS_s2PgDHKGmpA
  Document No. 05a(ii) - Selectt Offer Schedule - CM_PHR_20_5590_02
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kDhV/r_mSXdswWbWNYDUMS97DaOEx3aTb0heoMl_NOC.5y.M
  Document No. 05b(ii) - Tender Product Listing and Usage - CM_PHR_20_5590_02
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kDhU/kAJ2IT24NvBSRn2wr2YeBpGyCsaU0QZblOEJOQqsV1I
  Document No. 05c - Offer Schedule CM_PHR_20_5590_01 02
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kDhf/pxu7REmkeVbIz_bN.MXNDwynaPR3lg8SFHP9IpuoVkA
  Document No. 05a(i) - Selectt Offer Schedule - CM_PHR_20_5590_01
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kDhW/dZMepSUzlMmait3A2e6qRzLpHqinJ1hFRR318_6B1DM
  Document No. 05b(i) - Tender Product Listing and Usage - CM_PHR_20_5590_01
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kDhK/xPAPxc5xMPYZtsgO7Q9kI3IpdDOCYfVvjFEK9jvXrk8
  Document No. 09 - Tender Design and Instructions on completing Document 5
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kDhF/BJb7vWgYZhQvVt71STTeApfEBR4ZYBI1rPltFYAbyrY
  OJEU-000803 _ Salesforce - Enterprise Edition
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kDhZ/5Cv07TtlCZFrqN2GYXiNFf0mISd6xtPCid44Yyd0g74
  Document No. 06 - Form of offer
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kDhG/sjNgA2QQDRc04iNXF63W_63MAPkiaGBZthOXbCQU7HY
  Document No. 10 - Participating Authorities
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kDhL/QCyOjC.w_IRHFsMhnc6FRAkP2pIl0Jj8WdgAQIRwBs8
  Document No. 07a - Quality control technical sheet
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kDhQ/cXDvGbMpmgS1uoJ8WmqN2EU.z2pcbh4288567m4NzGk
  Document No. 07b - Guidance for performing a risk assessment of licensed medicines for the NHS
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kDi3/owepUrZ_cpJreeGWuPM1sgTdlFcTwWdr1HgIPT2AMPY
  Branded NOFE Tranche A - Supplier Qualification Questionnaire

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