--- title: "Provision of antimicrobials to the NHS in England [and Scotland] [and Wales][and Northern Ireland] via a subscription-based payment model" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0459f0" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0459f0" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0459f0.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0459f0.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NHS ENGLAND" published: "2024-08-12" --- # Provision of antimicrobials to the NHS in England [and Scotland] [and Wales][and Northern Ireland] via a subscription-based payment model Buyer: NHS ENGLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0459f0 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0459f0) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0459f0.json) ## Summary NHS England is inviting tenders for the provision of antimicrobial products via a subscription-based payment model. This procurement process is classified within the medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products industry category and spans the UK, including England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Currently in the tender stage, the contract is set to commence on 1 April 2026, with an initial duration of up to 3 years, extendable to a maximum of 16 years. Key deadlines include the submission of invitations to tender (ITT) by 1:00 PM on 12 September 2024. The procurement adopts a restricted procedure, meaning only pre-qualified bidders via the selection questionnaire will proceed to the ITT stage. By engaging in this tender, businesses specializing in antimicrobial and pharmaceutical products have a unique opportunity to secure long-term contracts, thereby fostering substantial business growth. This procurement is particularly suited for companies with Market Authorisation capable of innovating in the field of antimicrobials, addressing urgent health challenges like Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR). The subscription model provides a fixed annual fee, making it attractive for businesses looking to invest in novel antimicrobials. Companies new to the process can benefit from engagement events scheduled for May 2024, offering insights into the procurement and evaluation processes, which are crucial for competitive adherence to the tender requirements. ## Notice NHS England (referred to as the Authority), is inviting Suppliers with the appropriate Market Authorisation to respond to this invitation to tender for the provision of antimicrobial products via a subscription model contract in England - Scotland - Wales and Northern Ireland The Contract(s) for Goods/Services is due to commence on 1st April 2026. As a result of this procurement exercise an agreement will be established with successful bidder(s) that meet the evaluation criteria set out in the selection questionnaire and associated documents and qualify for a contract under the Subscription Model. Contract(s) will be awarded for an initial period of the lessor of 3 years or the date at which exclusivity ends. The Authority will have the option to offer one or more extensions, however the total contract length shall not exceed the lessor of 16 years or the date at which exclusivity ends. The deadline for ITT submissions is 13.00pm on Thursday 12th September 2024. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is one of the most pressing global challenges faced this century. Already, AMR infections are estimated to cause 700,000 deaths each year globally. That figure is predicted to rise to 10 million, alongside a cumulative cost of $100 trillion, by 2050 if no action is taken. The UK Government has recognised AMR as a global problem and committed action to tackle it as a priority issue. For most antimicrobial products, there are few replacements or alternative products in development and even fewer that target priority pathogens; therefore, investment in novel antimicrobials is widely seen as commercially unattractive. NHS England recognised this problem and has built an innovative model that will pay companies a fixed annual fee for antimicrobials (subscription model). Providers must be able to meet the requirements set out in this Invitation to Tender (ITT) and deliver the contract in accordance with its terms. Providers wishing to be considered for a subscription model contract must provide the information requested in the procurement documentation prior to the deadlines stated in this notice and the ITT. The ITT documentation including a selection questionnaire is available through the Atamis (Health Family) portal: https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. The reference is C299010 and the closing date for completed of the selection questionnaire is 13:00pm , on Thursday 12th September 2024. Bidders who pass the selection questionnaire will be invited to participate in the ITT stage of this procurement. Deadlines for the ITT stage will be confirmed to Bidders invited to that stage. To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Bidders have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk. Additional information: This provision of the contract will be inclusive of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Options: The Authority reserves the right to extend the contract during its term, whereby the length shall not exceed the lessor of 16 years or the date at which exclusivity ends Renewal: In accordance with the conditions within the ITT and Contract. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025397-2024 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Aug 2024 | | Submission deadline | 12 Sep 2024 | | Future notice date | 6 Jul 2024 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,896,000,000 | | Lots value | £1,896,000,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NHS ENGLAND | | Locality | LEEDS | | Post town | Leeds | | Postcode | LS1 4AP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds | | Local authority | Leeds | | Electoral ward | Hunslet & Riverside | | Westminster constituency | Leeds South | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ## Release History - 12 Aug 2024 at 10:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025397-2024 - 15 May 2024 at 15:52 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015498-2024 ## Notice URLs - https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome - https://www.england.nhs.uk/ - https://www.england.nhs.uk// - https://www.nhsengland.nhs.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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