---
title: "Interferon Beta-1b (Extavia(r))"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000699228"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000699228.json"
source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (\"NSS\")"
published: "2022-07-08"
---

# Interferon Beta-1b (Extavia(r))

Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000699228

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## Summary

The procurement process involves a contract awarded by The Common Services Agency, commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), for the supply of Interferon Beta-1b (Extavia®). This tender falls under the health industry category and is related to a framework agreement aimed at NHS Scotland, with delivery required to all entities governed by the NHS (Scotland) Act 1978, Integrated Joint Boards, and Health and Social Care Trusts in Northern Ireland. The procurement method utilised was a limited procedure, available without prior publication, to address urgent demands during the Covid-19 pandemic. The contract was signed on 4th July 2022, with an estimated value of £156,615.00, and is currently active.

This tender presents significant opportunities for suppliers in the pharmaceutical sector, particularly those specialising in health-related goods. Businesses equipped to meet the needs of public health services, especially during times of crisis, would be well-suited to compete. Companies should focus on demonstrating their ability to deliver compliance with health regulations and capacity to handle supply chain demands, given the NHS's emphasis on quality and reliable service.

## Notice

The Framework Agreement is for the supply of Interferon Beta-1b (Extavia(r)) to NHS Scotland.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The framework agreement is awarded for the supply of Interferon Beta-1b (Extavia(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 due to circumstances unforeseen by the Authority 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=JUL453522 |
| 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 | 8 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Jul 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £156,615 |

## 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 | NOVARTIS PHARMACEUTICALS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

## Release History

- 8 Jul 2022 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F15 - Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL453522

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL453522
  Interferon Beta-1b (Extavia(r)) - The Framework Agreement is for the supply of Interferon Beta-1b (Extavia(r)) to NHS Scotland.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000699228

## Provenance

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