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title: "NP39724 Generic and Biosimilar Cancer Medicines"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000772664"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)"
published: "2024-08-02"
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# NP39724 Generic and Biosimilar Cancer Medicines

Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000772664

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## Summary

The Common Services Agency, more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), has initiated a tender for the supply of Generic and Biosimilar Cancer Medicines, titled "NP39724 Generic and Biosimilar Cancer Medicines." The procurement process is currently at the tender stage with key dates including a tender end date on 2 September 2024 and an award period start date on the same day. The procurement is being conducted through an open procedure method, and interested parties must submit their bids electronically. The estimated contract value is £57,386,767, covering entities constituted under the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978 and Integrated Joint Boards established under the Public Bodies (Joint Working) Scotland Act 2014. Deliveries are to be made to various regions within the UK, primarily focusing on the health industry category.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the pharmaceutical and healthcare supply chains, particularly those specialising in the production and distribution of generic and biosimilar cancer medicines. The framework agreement allows for multiple lots with single supplier frameworks and has options for renewals, potentially extending up to a maximum of 24 months. Businesses with strong logistics, competitive pricing, and adherence to quality standards such as BS EN ISO 9001 are well-suited to compete. Additionally, companies capable of demonstrating compliance with MHRA guidelines and having a proactive approach towards climate change responsiveness are encouraged to participate. The submission method is strictly electronic, reinforcing the need for digital readiness among bidders.

## Notice

Supply of Generic and Biosimilar Cancer Medicines to NHS Scotland.

### Lot Information

Oxaliplatin Vial Solution

Supply of Oxaliplatin Vial Solution to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Paclitaxel Concentrate For Intravenous Infusion

Supply of Paclitaxel Concentrate For Intravenous Infusion to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Topotecan Capsules

Supply of Topotecan Capsules to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Octreotide Powder And Solvent For Suspension For Injection Vials (unbundled - without homecare)

Supply of Octreotide Powder And Solvent For Suspension For Injection Vials (unbundled - without homecare) to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a unranked multi-supplier framework to a maximum of three (3) Framework Participants]. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Bendamustine Powder For Solution For Infusion

Supply of Bendamustine Powder For Solution For Infusion to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Capecitabine Tablets

Supply of Capecitabine Tablets to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Carboplatin Injections

Supply of Carboplatin Injections to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework . Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Cisplatin Injections

Supply of Cisplatin Injections to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Cyclophosphamide Injection, Powder For Reconstitution

Supply of Cyclophosphamide Injection, Powder For Reconstitution to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Cytarabine Injections

Supply of Cytarabine Injections to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Dacarbazine Injections

Supply of Dacarbazine Injections to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Disodium Folinate Injections

Supply of Disodium Folinate Injections to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Docetaxel Concentrate For Solution For Infusion

Supply of Docetaxel Concentrate For Solution For Infusion to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Doxorubicin Solution For Injection Vials

Supply of Doxorubicin Solution For Injection Vials to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Fluorouracil 25MG/ML Injections

Supply of Fluorouracil Injections to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Fluorouracil 50MG/ML Injections

Supply of Fluorouracil 50MG/ML Injection to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Gemcitabine 38MG/ML Concentrate For Solution For Infusion Vials

Supply of Gemcitabine 38MG/ML Concentrate For Solution For Infusion Vials to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Gemcitabine 100MG/ML Concentrate For Solution For Infusion Vials

Supply of Gemcitabine 100MG/ML Concentrate For Solution For Infusion Vials to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Gemcitabine Powder For Solution For Infusion Vials

Supply of Gemcitabine Powder For Solution For Infusion Vials to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Idarubicin Hydrochloride Injection Powder For Reconstitution

Supply of Idarubicin Hydrochloride Injection Powder For Reconstitution to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Ifosfamide Injection Powder For Reconstitution

Supply of Ifosfamide Injection Powder For Reconstitution to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Irinotecan Hydrochloride Injections

Supply of Irinotecan Hydrochloride Injections to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Lanreotide Injection Prefilled Syringes (unbundled - without homecare)

Supply of Lanreotide Injection Prefilled Syringes (unbundled - without homecare). The Authority intends to award this Lot as a unranked multi-supplier framework to a maximum of three (3) Framework Participants. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Lanreotide Injection Prefilled Syringes (bundled - with homecare)

Supply of Lanreotide Injection Prefilled Syringes (bundled - with homecare) to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a unranked multi-supplier framework to a maximum of three (3) Framework Participants. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Methotrexate Without Preservatives Injections

Supply of Methotrexate Without Preservatives Injection to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Methotrexate Oral Solution

Supply of Methotrexate Oral Solution to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Range of Generic Cancer Medicines (single supplier)

Supply of Range of Generic Cancer Medicines to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Idarubicin Hydrochloride Solution For Infusion Vials

Supply of Idarubicin Hydrochloride Solution For Infusion Vials to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Range Generic & Biosimilar Cancer Medicines (unranked)

Supply of Range of Generic & Biosimilar Medicines to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a unranked multi-supplier framework per product line to a maximum of six (6) suppliers. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Dasatinib Tablets

Supply of Dasatinib Tablets to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a ranked multi-supplier framework to a maximum of three (3) Framework Participants. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Etoposide Injections

Supply of Etoposide Injection to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a ranked multi-supplier framework to a maximum of three (3) Framework Participants. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Octreotide Powder And Solvent For Suspension For Injection Vials (bundled - with homecare)

Supply of Octreotide Powder And Solvent For Suspension For Injection Vials (bundled - with homecare) to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a unranked multi-supplier framework to a maximum of three (3) Framework Participants]. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Pemetrexed (25Mg/Ml) Solution For Infusion Vials

Supply of Pemetrexed (25Mg/Ml) Solution For Infusion Vials to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Pemetrexed Powder For Solution For Infusion Vials

Supply of Pemetrexed Powder For Solution For Infusion Vials to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Filgrastim Pre-Filled Syringes

Supply of Filgrastim Pre-Filled Syringes to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Octreotide Injections

Supply of Octreotide Injections to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Topotecan Concentrate For Solution For Infusion

Supply of Topotecan Concentrate For Solution For Infusion to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Aprepitant Capsules

Supply of Aprepitant Capsules to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Vinorelbine Injections

Supply of Vinorelbine Injections to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Vincristine Without Preservatives Injection

Supply of Vincristine Without Preservatives Injection to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Temozolomide Capsules

Supply of Temozolomide Capsules to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-four (24) 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.

Paclitaxel Albumin Vials

Supply of Paclitaxel Albumin Vials to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier per product line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.. This Lot will have a framework start date of 1 April 2025.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-two (22) 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.

Bosutinib Tablets

Supply of Bosutinib tablets to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends to award this Lot as a single supplier framework. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.. This Lot will have a framework start date of 1 April 2025.

Renewal: This framework includes the option to extend for any number of periods, up to a maximum overall period of twenty-two (22) 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=AUG511228 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £57,386,767 |
| Lots value | £57,393,099 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## 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

- 2 Aug 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG511228

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG511228
  NP39724 Generic and Biosimilar Cancer Medicines - Supply of Generic and Biosimilar Cancer Medicines to NHS Scotland.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000772664
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/go/337371040191A2C8DB78
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/web/login.html

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