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title: "Framework for the supply of Unlicensed Compound Specials"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a96a"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF DERBY AND BURTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2025-10-08"
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# Framework for the supply of Unlicensed Compound Specials

Buyer: UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF DERBY AND BURTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a96a

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## Summary

The University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust is inviting suppliers to participate in a tender process for a framework agreement concerning the supply of Unlicensed Compound Specials. This initiative is aimed at addressing the needs of the East Midlands Pharmacy Collaborative, which lacks sufficient capacity to compound the required unlicensed medicinal products. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with pre-market engagement meetings scheduled via Microsoft Teams on 11th and 12th November 2025. Interested parties can participate in these sessions to discuss the specification and product list and provide feedback on the proposed award criteria and bidding process. The framework contract is valued at £1,000,000, with the procurement location based in Derby, UK, and the buying organisation operating within the public authority - central government sector.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in pharmaceutical products, particularly those capable of supplying high-quality, batch-produced unlicensed medicines. The framework agreement offers potential for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to engage, as it involves supplying essential products that support the clinical needs of patients when licensed medicines are unavailable. By participating in this procurement process, firms can expand their client base within the NHS and establish long-term partnerships with healthcare institutions in the East Midlands, a prospect that promises sustained business growth and stability in the industry.

## Notice

The Tender is to establish a framework agreement for the supply of Unlicensed Compounded Specials to members of the East Midlands Pharmacy Collaborative. Unlicensed compounded medicinal products are purchased to meet the clinical needs of patients for which no licensed medicine is available. Participating Trusts within the East Midlands have insufficient capacity to compound sufficient unlicensed medicines to meet their needs, therefore a supplier/supplier(s) are sought who are able to offer a high-quality, cost-effective service to supply unlicensed compounded medicines. Trusts will buy the unlicensed compounded medicines to hold as stock, to meet the anticipated future needs of their patients. The unlicensed medicines will, therefore, be required to be batch produced and quality assured.

### Planning Information

Pre-Market Engagement Meetings will be held on Tuesday 11th and Wednesday 12th November 2025 on Microsoft Teams Times are - 10.00 hours to 11.30 hours . Suppliers are only required to attend one session but may attend both if they so wish but the content will be the same. The purpose of the PreMarket Engagement Meeting will be to discuss: 
1. Specification - Current challenges we should be aware of. Feedback on any areas of concern or good practice.
2. Discuss the initial Product List - feedback
3. Bidding Process i.e. Closed/Open Framework - invite feedback from potential bidders
4. Proposed Award Criteria / Process
Please email Jane Brailsford at jane.brailsford1@nhs.net to select your slot from the above and a Teams Meeting invitation will be sent out. A record of all discussions will be shared with all bidders at Tender stage. The high-level specification and product list will be sent out 2 weeks in advance of the meetings.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063272-2025 |
| 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 | 8 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 2 Mar 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF DERBY AND BURTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | DERBY |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE22 3NE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby |
| Local authority | Derby |
| Electoral ward | Littleover |
| Westminster constituency | Derby North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

## Release History

- 8 Oct 2025 at 11:54 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063272-2025
- 7 Oct 2025 at 10:23 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062801-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063272-2025
  8th October 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062801-2025
  7th October 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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