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title: "Intravenous & Topical Fluids"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02ef58"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (\"NSS\")"
published: "2022-01-20"
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# Intravenous & Topical Fluids

Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02ef58

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## Summary

The Common Services Agency, commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), is conducting a public procurement process for the supply of Intravenous & Topical Fluids across health boards in Scotland. The tender, which is currently at the active stage, includes several lots, with an estimated total value of approximately £25,316,750. Key dates in the procurement process include the bid opening on 25th November 2021 and a planned contract duration of 36 months, with an option for a 24-month extension. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, allowing extensive participation from suppliers in the pharmaceutical industry.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in the production and distribution of pharmaceutical products, particularly those specialising in intravenous fluids. Companies that can demonstrate compliance with UK regulations, possess the necessary certifications and enjoy capabilities in quality assurance will find themselves in a strong position to compete. With the potential for multi-supplier frameworks across various product categories, diverse suppliers can participate, including those with extensive capabilities as well as niche manufacturers focused on specific health products.

## Notice

This Framework Agreement is for the supply of Intravenous & Topical Fluids to health boards across NHS Scotland. The Goods have been split into five (5) categories, each of which is identified as a "Lot". Full details of each Lot is contained in section II.2 of this notice.

### Lot Information

Needle Free Infusion Bags - various presentations

Supply of Needle Free Infusion Bags to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority has awarded each product line to a single Framework Participant.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for period(s) up to a combined total of twenty-four (24) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice of each extension, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Glucose 5%, Sodium Chloride 0.9% 50ml, 100ml, 250ml Infusion Bags

Supply of Glucose 5%, Sodium Chloride 0.9% 50ml, 100ml, 250ml Infusion Bags to NHS Scotland. The Authority has awarded each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement on a line by line basis to three (3) Framework Participants.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for period(s) up to a combined total of twenty-four (24) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice of each extension, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Unlicensed Infusion Bags

Supply of Unlicensed Infusion Bags to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority has awarded all products within this lot to a single Framework Participant.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for period(s) up to a combined total of twenty-four (24) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice of each extension, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Licensed Potassium Chloride Infusion bags

Supply of Licensed Potassium Chloride Bags to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority has awarded all products within this lot to a single Framework Participant.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for period(s) up to a combined total of twenty-four (24) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice of each extension, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

All other product lines

Supply of all other Intravenous & Topical Fluids to NHS Scotland. The Authority has awarded each product line within this Lot to a single Framework Participant.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for period(s) up to a combined total of twenty-four (24) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice of each extension, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001679-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jan 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Dec 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,316,750 |
| Lots value | £25,316,750 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £27,591,485 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS") |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH12 9EB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Drum Brae/Gyle |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 6 |
| Supplier names | B. BRAUN MEDICAL; BAXTER HEALTHCARE; ENNOGEN HEALTHCARE; FRESENIUS KABI; KENT PHARMACEUTICALS; MOLNLYCKE HEALTH CARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

## Release History

- 20 Jan 2022 at 10:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001679-2022
- 25 Oct 2021 at 08:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026603-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nss.nhs.scot
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000667602
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA11883
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/web/login.html

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