---
title: "Dabigatran (Pradaxa(r))"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000516368"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000516368.json"
source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (\"NSS\")"
published: "2017-12-21"
---

# Dabigatran (Pradaxa(r))

Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000516368

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## Summary

The procurement process involves The Common Services Agency, commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), which is situated in Edinburgh, UK. The contract titled "Dabigatran (Pradaxa®)" pertains to the supply of this medication across NHS Scotland. The procurement stage is complete, and the contract was awarded through a limited procurement method without prior publication of a call for competition. The contract was signed on 28 November 2017, with a total duration of twenty-four months and the possibility of a twelve-month extension.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in the pharmaceutical industry to grow, particularly those specializing in medication supply. With the award of a single-supplier framework agreement, businesses with capabilities in delivering specialized pharmaceutical products would be well-suited to engage in future tenders or collaborate with NHS Scotland. Understanding the restrictions of patent protections and compliance requirements will be essential for firms looking to compete in this sector.

## Notice

Supply of Dabigatran (Pradaxa(r)) in a range of presentations to health boards across NHS Scotland,

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Supply of Dabigatran (Pradaxa(r)) in a range of presentations to health boards across NHS Scotland. The Authority has awarded a single-supplier framework agreement for the requirement.

### Procurement Information

The medicine awarded to this framework agreement is, and will remain to be, protected by patent for the duration of the framework agreement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC305224 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Dec 2017 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Nov 2017 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS") |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH12 9EB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Drum Brae/Gyle |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

## Release History

- 21 Dec 2017 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC305224
- 24 Oct 2017 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F15 - Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT299132

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT299132
  Dabigatran (Pradaxa(r)) - Supply of Dabigatran (Pradaxa(r)) in a range of presentations to health boards across NHS Scotland,
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC305224
  Dabigatran (Pradaxa(r)) - Supply of Dabigatran (Pradaxa(r)) in a range of presentations to health boards across NHS Scotland,

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.nhsscotlandprocurement.scot.nhs.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000516368

## Provenance

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