---
title: "NHS National Framework for Transition products (Nilotinib and Ticagrelor)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04ff91"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NHS ENGLAND"
published: "2025-04-09"
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# NHS National Framework for Transition products (Nilotinib and Ticagrelor)

Buyer: NHS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04ff91

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## Summary

NHS England is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process to establish the NHS National Framework for Transition products, including Nilotinib and Ticagrelor. This initiative, aimed at the pharmaceutical products industry, involves a framework agreement commencing on 1st September 2025 and is set to run until 31st January 2027, with potential extensions up to 2029. Based in Leeds, United Kingdom, NHS England is seeking supplier engagement by 25th April 2025, indicating the preparation for a detailed tender phase. The total value of the contract may amount to approximately £34.85 million gross. Key compliance with UK Public Contracts Regulations is ensured, offering a structured procurement method.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in the production and supply of pharmaceutical products, particularly those specialising in cardiovascular medication. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to participate, as the framework agreement has been structured to accommodate the capabilities of smaller suppliers. Companies that can provide Nilotinib and Ticagrelor efficiently and meet the demanding standards of NHS England will find this an advantageous contract, offering substantial business growth and a stable supply relationship with a prominent public authority.

## Notice

Project title: NHS National Framework for Transition products (Nilotinib and Ticagrelor) commencing 1st September 2025 Offer reference number: CM/TNS/24/5721 Period of framework agreement: Dates detailed below, with an option or options to extend (at the discretion of the Authority) up to maximum of 24 months. Potential periods of call-offs under the framework agreement: CM/TNS/24/5721/01 - Nilotinib and Ticagrelor Lot 1 DCE/DNW/DNE: 01/09/2025 to 31/01/2027 (17 months) Lot 2 DLN/DLS/DSW: 01/09/2025 to 31/01/2027 (17 months) Published By: Medicines Procurement and Supply Chain - NHS Medicines Value & Access, NHS England

### Planning Information

NHS England is pleased to invite suppliers to contact us in relation to the upcoming tender for NHS National Framework for Transition products commencing 1st September 2025 (Ticagrelor and Nilotinib ) Please contact katie.noonan@nhs.net for further information and/or to register your interest.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013939-2025 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 30 Apr 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 31 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £29,042,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| 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

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

## Release History

- 9 Apr 2025 at 11:44 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013939-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013939-2025
  9th April 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.england.nhs.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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