---
title: "Interferon Beta-1a (Avonex(r))"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000674522"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000674522.json"
source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (\"NSS\")"
published: "2021-11-24"
---

# Interferon Beta-1a (Avonex(r))

Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000674522

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to a framework agreement awarded by The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) for the supply of Interferon Beta-1a (Avonex®), located in Edinburgh, UK. The procurement was initiated on 22 November 2021 and completed, with a total contract value of £991,318. This procurement falls under the 'goods' category and was conducted through a limited method, specifically without prior publication of a call for competition to address urgent supply needs due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses to engage in the healthcare sector, particularly those that specialise in pharmaceuticals or medical supplies. Companies that can supply innovative healthcare products or support services are well-suited to compete in this tender, especially those capable of meeting the specific demands of the NHS and similar entities. As the procurement is aimed at enhancing healthcare delivery, providers who can align their offerings with these needs stand to benefit from growth and increased visibility within the sector.

## Notice

The framework agreement is awarded for the supply of Interferon Beta-1a (Avonex(r))

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The framework agreement is awarded for the supply of Interferon Beta-1a (Avonex(r)).

### Procurement Information

This VEAT notice is to advise the need for modification to meet the additional demands of the Scottish Health and Social Care sector during the current Covid-19 pandemic and to maintain necessary supply and remove unnecessary disruption from the Authority at this time in line with Regulation 72(1)(b) of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV433827 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F15 - Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency 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 | 24 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Nov 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £991,318 |

## 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BIOGEN IDEC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

## Release History

- 24 Nov 2021 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F15 - Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV433827

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV433827
  Interferon Beta-1a (Avonex(r)) - The framework agreement is awarded for the supply of Interferon Beta-1a (Avonex(r))

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000674522

## Provenance

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