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title: "Lotted Term Framework for the management and manufacture of research drugs including over-labelling, storage and distribution to trial sites, and associated trial monitoring services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-040307"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE"
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# Lotted Term Framework for the management and manufacture of research drugs including over-labelling, storage and distribution to trial sites, and associated trial monitoring services

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-040307

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## Summary

The University of Dundee has completed the tender process for a Lotted Term Framework in the services category. The contract aims to facilitate smaller clinical trials conducted by Tayside Clinical Trials Unit (TCTU) for managing and manufacturing research drugs. The framework includes over-labelling, storage, distribution to trial sites, and trial monitoring services. Key details such as multiple lots for different services, award criteria, and cancelled statuses have been outlined. The procurement method was an open procedure allowing for competitive bidding.

This tender process presents growth opportunities for businesses involved in research services, pharmaceutical products, storage, distribution, and trial monitoring services. Businesses with expertise in clinical trial drug management, labelling, secondary packaging, and distribution are well-suited to compete. The University of Dundee, as the buying organisation, has provided clear specifications for suppliers to meet quality and pricing criteria. The timeline for bid validity has been established, offering interested businesses a defined window to participate in this lucrative contracting opportunity.

## Notice

This Lotted Term Framework is required in order to provide a quick route to market for smaller clinical trials being conducted by Tayside Clinical Trials Unit (TCTU) in respect of the management and manufacture of research drugs, including (as necessary) over-labelling, storage and distribution , and trial monitoring services

### Lot Information

Storage of Research Drugs

Lot 3 of the Framework - Storage

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions, subject to satisfactory performance and ongoing need.

QP Release

Lotted Term Framework for the management and manufacture of research drugs including over-labelling, storage and distribution to trial sites, and trial monitoring services

Renewal: 2 x 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and ongoing need.

Manufacture of Trial Drugs

Supply and/or Manufacture of Clinical Trial drugs on a project by project basis (service provider(s) will be appointed via Mini Competition under the relevant Lot of the Framework)

Renewal: Option to extend framework for 2 x 12 months after initial 2 year term, subject to satisfactory performance and ongoing need.

Over-labelling Services (Labelling & Secondary Packaging)

Provision of Over-labelling Services (Labelling & Secondary Packaging) in support of smaller clinical trials being conducted by Tayside Clinical Trials Unit (TCTU), University of Dundee.

Renewal: 2 x 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance by the appointed service provider(s) and ongoing need.

Distribution of Trial Drugs and Placebos to UK and/or international sites

This Lot relates to the distribution of Clinical Trial Drugs to participating UK and/or international trial sites. Additional information: Foe detailed information, please see attached tender documents.

Options: 2 x 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance and ongoing need by the University.

Renewal: 2 x 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance and ongoing need by the University.

Importation of Research Drugs

Lotted Term Framework for the Management and manufacture of Research Drugs.

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extension(s), subject to satisfactory performance an ongoing need.

Trial Monitoring Services

Lot 7 relates to Trial Monitoring Services for any Clinical trials that may require them.

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions after initial 2 year term, subject to satisfactory performance and ongoing need.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014102-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 May 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Oct 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Apr 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £166,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE |
| Locality | DUNDEE |
| Post town | Dundee |
| Postcode | DD1 4HN |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM03 Angus and Dundee City |
| Local authority | Dundee City |
| Electoral ward | West End |
| Westminster constituency | Dundee Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | CALDERDALE AND HUDDERSFIELD NHS FOUNDATION TRUST TRADING AS "HUDDERSFIELD PHARMACY SPECIALS; ERAMOL; IPS PHARMA; RACHEL CURRAN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products
- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
- 63120000 - Storage and warehousing services
- 73110000 - Research services
- 79824000 - Printing and distribution services

## Release History

- 1 May 2024 at 14:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014102-2024
- 24 Nov 2023 at 12:08 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034797-2023
- 16 Nov 2023 at 11:58 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033909-2023
- 11 Oct 2023 at 11:05 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029952-2023
- 22 Sep 2023 at 11:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028044-2023

## Notice URLs

- http://www.dundee.ac.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.publicontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000740555
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00105

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