---
title: "NHS Generic Pharmaceuticals - Wave 16b"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051c44"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-051c44.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NHS ENGLAND"
published: "2025-05-21"
---

# NHS Generic Pharmaceuticals - Wave 16b

Buyer: NHS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051c44

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## Summary

NHS England has initiated a public procurement process titled "NHS Generic Pharmaceuticals - Wave 16b", targeting the acquisition of pharmaceutical and housekeeping products across multiple UK regions, such as the Central and South West areas. This procurement, currently in the planning stage, is summarised in a pipeline notice published on 21st May 2025. The tender aims to cover a broad geographic scope including regions like the UKC, UKD, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKJ, and UKK, with the planned contract period spanning from 1st October 2027 to 30th September 2029. The procurement falls under the goods category, with a gross value of approximately £246.99 million. A framework agreement is anticipated, with a communication notice set for 1st December 2026. The procurement method involves a planned lot, with continuous review expected as it progresses to a tender release.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly those dealing with oral and housekeeping products. SMEs will find it accessible, as the lot suitability criteria are inclusive. Participation can lead to substantial growth owing to the scale and duration of the contract. The procurement offers a prime prospect for firms equipped with the capability to supply across the targeted UK regions, enhancing their profile and market reach within the public sector. Businesses experienced in fulfilling government contracts will be particularly well-suited to compete, benefiting from the stability and potential expansion that such a long-term engagement with NHS England might offer.

## Notice

Wave 16b DCE & DSW (Central and South West Regions), Oral Products and Housekeeping Products for remaining regions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024371-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline 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 | 21 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Dec 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2027 - 30 Sep 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £205,833,000 |
| 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 | NHS ENGLAND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 8UG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI45 Lambeth |
| Local authority | Lambeth |
| Electoral ward | Waterloo & South Bank |
| Westminster constituency | Vauxhall and Camberwell Green |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

## Release History

- 21 May 2025 at 17:58 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024371-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024371-2025
  21st May 2025 - Pipeline 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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