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title: "NP47924 Cytokine Modulators"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04b34f"
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# NP47924 Cytokine Modulators

Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04b34f

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## Summary

The Common Services Agency, also known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), is seeking suppliers for the "NP47924 Cytokine Modulators" contracting process within the pharmaceutical products industry. The procurement stage is currently active, focusing on the supply of cytokine modulators across several lots, including Etanercept, Infliximab IV, Infliximab SC, and various concentrations of Methotrexate syringes and pens. This open procedure aims to establish multiple framework agreements, with key lots such as Infliximab IV and Etanercept targeted for multi-supplier frameworks. The procurement process will conclude on 2nd December 2024, and the framework agreement will include potential extension options up to 24 months.

This tender provides significant business opportunities, particularly for pharmaceutical suppliers capable of meeting NHS Scotland's rigorous standards, including valid UK marketing authorisation, BS EN ISO 9001 certification, and adherence to MHRA best practice guidance. With an emphasis on quality and price, the framework supports both large and specialised pharmaceutical providers. Additionally, the initiative promotes community benefits, urging suppliers to engage in community development through the NHS Scotland Community Benefits Gateway, making it suitable for companies looking to enhance their social value contributions while securing long-term contracts in the healthcare sector.

## Notice

Supply of Cytokine Modulators to NHS Scotland.

### Lot Information

Etanercept

Supply of Etanercept to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as an unranked multi-supplier framework per product line to a maximum of three (3) Framework Participants.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Infliximab IV

Supply of Infliximab IV to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as an unranked multi-supplier framework per product line to a maximum of five (5) Framework Participants.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Infliximab SC

Supply of Infliximab SC to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework per product line.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Methotrexate syringes (25mg/1 ml concentration)

Supply of Methotrexate syringes (25mg/1 ml concentration) to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as an unranked multi-supplier framework per product line to a maximum of three (3) Framework Participants.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Methotrexate pens (25mg/1ml concentration)

Supply of Methotrexate pens (25mg/1ml concentration)to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as an unranked multi-supplier framework per product line to a maximum of three (3) Framework Participants.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Methotrexate pens (50mg/1 ml concentration)

Supply of Methotrexate pens (50mg/1 ml concentration) to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as an unranked multi-supplier framework per product line to a maximum of three (3) Framework Participants.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Methotrexate syringes (50mg/1ml concentration)

Supply of Methotrexate syringes (50mg/1ml concentration) to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as an unranked multi-supplier framework per product line to a maximum of three (3) Framework Participants.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty four (24) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, 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/010054-2025 |
| 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 | 19 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | £22,963,164 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £55,943,000 |

## 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 | 8 |
| Supplier names | ACCORD HEALTHCARE; BIOGEN IDEC; CELLTRION HEALTHCARE UNITED KINGDOM; JANSSEN CILAG; MEDAC PHARMA; NORDIC PHARMA; PFIZER; SANDOZ |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

## Release History

- 19 Mar 2025 at 09:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010054-2025
- 1 Nov 2024 at 13:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035484-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000781799
- https://scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/sheriff-court/about-sheriff-courts
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA11883
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/web/login.html

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