---
title: "OPDIVO (NIVOLUMAB) 600MG/5ML SOLUTION FOR INJECTION VIAL, 5 mL"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06bbe0"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BELFAST HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE TRUST"
published: "2026-06-24"
---

# OPDIVO (NIVOLUMAB) 600MG/5ML SOLUTION FOR INJECTION VIAL, 5 mL

Buyer: BELFAST HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06bbe0

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## Summary

The procurement process, overseen by the Belfast Health & Social Care Trust, involves the direct procurement of OPDIVO (NIVOLUMAB) 600MG/5ML solution for injection vials, a pharmaceutical product crucial for patient care. This contract was awarded to BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED due to the unique availability of these branded, patent-protected medicines. Situated primarily in Belfast, Northern Ireland, with a contract validity from July 2026 to June 2028, this procurement is categorized under goods and conducted through a direct award process in accordance with Northern Irish devolved regulations and UK legal frameworks.

Businesses operating within the pharmaceutical sector, especially those specialised in unique or patent-protected medication supply, can find growth opportunities through such direct procurement contracts. The award reflects a significant financial commitment of £3.3 million, offering extensive engagement opportunities for businesses meeting the specific supply conditions. It's particularly suited for larger suppliers or unique manufacturers like BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB, that can offer exclusive access to patented healthcare solutions.

## Notice

PROCUREMENT OF OPDIVO (NIVOLUMAB) 600MG/5ML SOLUTION FOR INJECTION VIAL, 5 mL

### Procurement Information

These are branded patent protected medicines that are essential to patient care and are available from only one economic operator. The absence of competition is not a result of the artificial narrowing of the parameters of the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059457-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 5 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,300,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BELFAST HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE TRUST |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT12 6BA |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Falls |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB PHARMACEUTICALS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

## Release History

- 24 Jun 2026 at 13:14 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059457-2026
- 24 Jun 2026 at 09:59 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059292-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059457-2026
  24th June 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059292-2026
  24th June 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.bms.com/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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