---
title: "ENT, Ophthalmology & Skin Medicines/Medical Devices"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000758827"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (\"NSS\")"
published: "2024-09-23"
---

# ENT, Ophthalmology & Skin Medicines/Medical Devices

Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000758827

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## Summary

The Common Services Agency, also known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), awarded a contract on 23 September 2024 for the supply of ENT, Ophthalmology, and Skin Medicines/Medical Devices. The procurement focused on delivering goods to various NHS entities across Scotland, with the contract signed on 22 August 2024. The total value of the contract is £10,758,512 GBP, and it was finalised through an open procedure. This framework agreement is structured into two lots: one for generic medicines/medical devices and another for artificial saliva products, eye preparations, and skin creams. The tender underwent stages from initial tendering to the final award, with completion marked by the recent signing of the contracts.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply of medicinal and medical device products, particularly in the specialised fields of ENT and Ophthalmology. SMEs focused on these healthcare sectors can benefit from the structured framework agreements, guaranteeing them a sustained business through the NHS procurement channels. Participating businesses are required to demonstrate compliance with relevant regulations and certifications, fostering an environment of high standards and reliability. The contract also includes opportunities for community benefits, encouraging suppliers to contribute positively to the broader social and economic landscape in Scotland.

## Notice

Supply of ENT, Ophthalmology & Skin Medicines/Medical Devices to NHS Scotland.

### Lot Information

ENT, Ophthalmology & Skin Generic Medicines/Medical Devices

Supply of ENT, Ophthalmology & Skin Generic Medicines/Medical Devices to NHS Scotland. The Authority has awarded this Lot as a single-supplier framework per product line.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twelve (12) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Artificial saliva products, Eye preparations & Skin creams

Supply of Artificial saliva products, Eye preparations & Skin creams to NHS Scotland. The authority has awarded this Lot as an unranked multi-supplier framework to a maximum of six (6) framework participants.

Renewal: This framework includes the option(s) to extend for up to a total period of twelve (12) months upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice, such notice to expire no later than the date the framework agreement is due to expire.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP514743 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 29 May 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,558,988 |
| Lots value | £15,558,988 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £10,838,512 |

## 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 | 33 |
| Supplier names | ABBVIE; ALTACOR; ASPIRE PHARMA; BAUSCH & LOMB; CARL ZEISS; CONSILIENT HEALTH; CRESCENT PHARMA; CST PHARMA; DRUGSRUS; ENNOGEN HEALTHCARE INTERNATIONAL; EUROPHARMA CONCEPTS LTD (T/A ORALIEVE; FARMIGEA OPHTHALMICS; FOCUS PHARMACEUTICALS; GLAXOSMITHKLINE; GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS EUROPE; INTRAPHARM LABORATORIES; KENT PHARMACEUTICALS; MANX HEALTHCARE; MARTINDALE PHARMA; MEDICOM HEALTHCARE; MERCURY PHARMACEUTICALS; MORNINGSIDE PHARMACEUTICALS; RANBAXY (UK; RAYNER INTRAOCULAR LENSES; RECKITT BENCKISER; RIDGE PHARMA; SANDOZ; SCOPE OPHTHALMICS; SELECTIVE SUPPLIES; STADA UK - THORNTON & ROSS; THEA PHARMACEUTICALS; TJ SMITH AND NEPHEW LTD (TRADING AS SMITH & NEPHEW; ZENTIVA PHARMA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

## Release History

- 23 Sep 2024 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP514743
- 24 Apr 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR503734

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR503734
  ENT, Ophthalmology & Skin Medicines/Medical Devices - Supply of ENT, Ophthalmology & Skin Medicines/Medical Devices to NHS Scotland.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP514743
  ENT, Ophthalmology & Skin Medicines/Medical Devices - Supply of ENT, Ophthalmology & Skin Medicines/Medical Devices to NHS Scotland.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000758827
- https://scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/sheriff-court/about-sheriff-courts
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/web/login.html

## Provenance

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