---
title: "Supply of OTFC 800 Actiq Lozenges"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0297c3"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2021-03-02"
---

# Supply of OTFC 800 Actiq Lozenges

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0297c3

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is seeking to procure a one-off purchase of 1,408 packs of Actiq OTFC 800mcg lozenges as part of its operational requirement. This procurement falls within the pharmaceuticals industry, specifically classified under CPV code 33600000. The award stage was reached on 2nd March 2021, with a total contract value of £295,680. The procurement method employed was a limited negotiated procedure without the publication of a contract notice, justified by the exclusive manufacturing rights of the supplier. The delivery of the products will take place in the UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the pharmaceutical sector, particularly those that manufacture or supply similar medical products. Companies that can demonstrate compliance with regulatory requirements and possess relevant expertise in pharmaceutical manufacturing would be well-positioned to compete. The exclusive rights rationale indicates a high level of protection for the supplier, which may limit competition; however, those with the necessary capabilities could engage with contracting authorities for future opportunities in this niche market.

## Notice

The Authority intends to make a one off purchase of 1,408 x 30 pack Actiq OTFC 800mcg lozenges under a BSV, approved by the MHRA, in to support an operational requirement.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Authority intends to make a one off purchase of 1,408 x 30 pack Actiq OTFC 800mcg lozenges under a BSV, approved by the MHRA, in to support an operational requirement. The packs will be delivered to Mawdleys for breakdown into singles before onward conveyance to the Authority.

### Procurement Information

It is considered that this contract can be placed using the Negotiated Procedure without prior publication of a contract notice pursuant to Article 32(2)(b)(iii) of Directive 2014/24/EC of the European Parliament (Regulation 32(2)(b) of Public Contracts Regulations 2015. This is because the manufacturer has the exclusive rights, including intellectual property rights in respect to these products.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004194-2021 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated without publication of a contract notice |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £295,680 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TEVA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

## Release History

- 2 Mar 2021 at 18:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004194-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://www.leidos-supply.uk/esourcing

## Provenance

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