---
title: "Triptorelin (Decapeptyl(r))"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000600413"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000600413.json"
source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (\"NSS\")"
published: "2019-11-25"
---

# Triptorelin (Decapeptyl(r))

Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000600413

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## Summary

The Common Services Agency, known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), has completed a tender process for the supply of triptorelin products, specifically triptorelin acetate and embonate for NHS Scotland use. The procurement process, initiated as a limited award without prior call for competition due to the lack of generic alternatives, concluded on 28th October 2019. The total contract value amounts to GBP 2,180,895, with the contract effective for an initial period of 24 months, allowing for possible extensions. The primary delivery location encompasses all entities established under the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978 and associated Integrated Joint Boards throughout the UK.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for pharmaceutical and healthcare suppliers, particularly those specialising in injectable medications. Businesses that can meet the specific technical requirements for manufacturing triptorelin products may find themselves well-positioned to compete in this niche market. As NHS NSS operates within a regulated environment, companies experienced in public sector procurement processes and compliance will have a distinct advantage. Engaging in this segment of public procurement can significantly contribute to business growth, as the health sector continuously seeks reliable suppliers for essential medical products.

## Notice

The supply of triptorelin acetate 3mg powder and solvent for suspension for injection vials, triptorelin 11.25mg powder and solvent for suspension for injection vials & triptorelin embonate 22.5mg powder and solvent for suspension for injection vials to NHS Scotland.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The supply of triptorelin acetate 3mg powder and solvent for suspension for injection vials, triptorelin 11.25mg powder and solvent for suspension for injection vials & triptorelin embonate 22.5mg powder and solvent for suspension for injection vials to NHS Scotland.

### Procurement Information

Although the patent has expired on Decapeptyl(r) there is no generic competition in the market place due to the difficulties in replicating the manufacturing process.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV373161 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Nov 2019 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Oct 2019 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £2,180,895 |

## 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IPSEN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

## Release History

- 25 Nov 2019 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV373161
- 11 Oct 2019 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F15 - Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT368927

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT368927
  Triptorelin (Decapeptyl(r)) - The supply of triptorelin acetate 3mg powder and solvent for suspension for injection vials, triptorelin 11.25mg powder and solvent for suspension for injection vials & triptorelin embonate 22.5mg powder and solvent for suspension for injection vials to NHS Scotland.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV373161
  Triptorelin (Decapeptyl(r)) - The supply of triptorelin acetate 3mg powder and solvent for suspension for injection vials, triptorelin 11.25mg powder and solvent for suspension for injection vials & triptorelin embonate 22.5mg powder and solvent for suspension for injection vials to NHS Scotland.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.nhsscotlandprocurement.scot.nhs.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000600413

## Provenance

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