---
title: "Framework Agreement for the supply of wholesaler pharmaceuticals"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051a8d"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-051a8d.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF NORTH MIDLANDS NHS TRUST"
published: "2025-05-21"
---

# Framework Agreement for the supply of wholesaler pharmaceuticals

Buyer: UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF NORTH MIDLANDS NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051a8d

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## Summary

The procurement process led by University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust, a public authority within central government, is at the planning stage for a significant framework agreement. The contract, titled "Framework Agreement for the supply of wholesaler pharmaceuticals," focuses on supplying various pharmacy products, including medicines. Located in Stoke on Trent at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, the procurement falls under the industry category of medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products. This planned process, which will occur between 1st June 2025 and 30th April 2029, aims to secure goods above the value threshold with a gross amount of £120 million GBP. Interested parties must note the future notice date set for 26th May 2025.

With a robust framework agreement for the supply of pharmaceuticals, this tender presents ample opportunities for enterprises specialising in wholesaler pharmaceutical distribution. Businesses capable of providing a reliable supply of medical products and medicines would be highly suited to compete for this contract. Furthermore, participation in this contract could offer significant business growth, given the size and duration of the agreement. Suppliers with capacity and logistical capabilities aligned with the needs of a large NHS Trust can position themselves as key players in the healthcare sector by securing this procurement opportunity.

## Notice

Supply of various wholesaler products for Pharmacy such as medicines.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023839-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 26 May 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2025 - 30 Apr 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF NORTH MIDLANDS NHS TRUST |
| Locality | STOKE ON TRENT |
| Post town | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Postcode | ST4 6QG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent |
| Local authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Electoral ward | Penkhull & Springfields |
| Westminster constituency | Stoke-on-Trent Central |
| 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

- 21 May 2025 at 11:57 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023839-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023839-2025
  21st May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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