---
title: "Unlicensed Medicines - Imports & Specials"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04d488"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04d488.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "VELINDRE NHS TRUST, NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP - PROCUREMENT SERVICES (ON BEHALF OF ALL WALES LHB'S AND TRUSTS)"
published: "2025-01-20"
---

# Unlicensed Medicines - Imports & Specials

Buyer: VELINDRE NHS TRUST, NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP - PROCUREMENT SERVICES (ON BEHALF OF ALL WALES LHB'S AND TRUSTS)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04d488

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## Summary

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP), on behalf of Velindre NHS Trust and all Wales Health Boards and Trusts, is inviting tenders for the provision of Unlicensed UK Specials and Imported Unlicensed Pharmaceuticals. This procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a deadline for submissions on 6th March 2025, and the contract is expected to start on 1st October 2025. The procurement is categorised under pharmaceutical products and will be conducted using an open procedure. The framework agreement will be in place for two years with an option to extend for an additional 24 months, covering the whole of the UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the supply and distribution of pharmaceutical products, particularly those capable of providing unlicensed medications and imports. Companies that can deliver a reliable, cost-effective, and patient-focused service will find this contract offers substantial potential for business growth. The open procedure procurement method ensures broad participation and competitive bids, making it ideal for well-established suppliers and new entrants in the pharmaceutical industry aiming to expand their market presence.

## Notice

NHS Wales Shared Service Partnership (NWSSP) and it's Participating Health Boards and Trusts are seeking Contractors to provide a reliable, cost-effective and patient-focused service for the provision of Unlicensed UK Specials and Imported Unlicensed pharmaceuticals.

### Lot Information

Unlicensed Medicines - Imports & Specials

NHS Wales Shared Service Partnership (NWSSP) and it's Participating Health Boards and Trusts are seeking Contractors to provide a reliable, cost-effective and patient-focused service for the provision of Unlicensed UK Specials and Imported Unlicensed pharmaceuticals.

Renewal: 01/10/25 - 30/06/27, with the option to extend up to a further 24 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001827-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| 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 | VELINDRE NHS TRUST, NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP - PROCUREMENT SERVICES (ON BEHALF OF ALL WALES LHB'S AND TRUSTS) |
| Locality | NEWPORT |
| Post town | Newport |
| Postcode | NP10 8BE |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport |
| Local authority | Newport |
| Electoral ward | Tredegar Park and Marshfield |
| Westminster constituency | Newport West and Islwyn |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

## Release History

- 20 Jan 2025 at 10:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001827-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/nhs/
- https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/nhs
- https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/nhs/
- https://nwssp.nhs.wales/ourservices/procurement-services/

## Provenance

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