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Radiopharmaceuticals and Associated Consumables (Ref: 2023/S 000-017484)

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Highlights

  • All isotopes and kits used for the preparation of radiopharmaceuticals are licensed for use in the UK as defined in the Medicines Act 1968
  • All products comply with the Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC
  • Suppliers able to supply validated evidence of cold chain
  • Assurance of supplies from quality assured suppliers
  • Suppliers who are complaint with the Carriage of Dangerous Goods and the Use of Transportable Pressure Equipment Regulations 2009
  • Savings against standard list prices on a huge selection of products.

Why this framework matters to you

The framework provides a one-stop solution to assist organisations with:

  • Nuclear medicine therapy
  • Nuclear medicine diagnostic non-imaging
  • Nuclear medicine diagnostic imaging

Radiopharmaceuticals are a group of pharmaceutical drugs which have radioactivity. Radiopharmaceuticals are used as both diagnostic and therapeutic agents.

Radiopharmaceuticals emit radiation themselves, which is different from contrast media which absorb or alter external electromagnetism or ultrasound.

Products included cover:

  • Generators
  • Cold kits
  • Dry kits
  • Therapy capsules
  • Ready to use Radiopharmaceuticals
  • Generator accessories, secondary shielding, elution tools, saline, vials

We offer a range of ways to work with us as a member, a framework user, a commissioning partner or through bespoke consultancy support:

Knowledge: Deep NHS and wider public procurement expertise supported by regional insight and national collaboration.

Support: Hands on guidance throughout the process, offering friendly, impartial advice whether you’re a member or engaging with us through another route.

Choice: A wide range of pre-qualified suppliers across multiple lots and service types.

Compliance: Fully aligned with the relevant regulations assured through robust governance.

Ease of use: Templates, guidance and support that make procurement simple, smooth and efficient.

Value beyond cost: Our frameworks and services deliver more than savings they support better planning, reduced risk, operational improvement and measurable outcomes.

Multiple ways to partner: Join as a member, use our frameworks, commission standalone projects or access consultancy support.

Inclusive access: Any NHS and wider public sector organisation can use our frameworks free of charge.

Deep understanding: Strengthened by strong national partnerships.

Trusted expertise: built from supporting both members and non-member organisations across health and public sector settings.

A commitment to system wide improvement: helping organisations deliver better outcomes together.

Start date

01/10/2023

End date

30/09/2027

Contract type

Framework Agreement

Framework owner

NHS North of England Commercial Procurement Collaborative

ABI

1%

Lots

Lot 1: Generators;
Lot 1a: Technetium;
Lot 1b: Gallium;
Lot 1c: Krypton;
Lot 1d: Any other items;
Lot 2: Agents (kits), iodine therapy capsules, isotopes and associated items;
Lot 2a: Agents (Kits);
Lot 2b: Capsules, Isotopes and Associated items;
Lot 2c: Any other items;
Lot 3: Ready made Radiopharmaceuticals

List of suppliers and awarded lots

Advanced Accelerator Applications (UK & Ireland) Ltd;
Curium Pharma UK Ltd;
GE Healthcare;
Pharmaceutical Diagnostics;
Xiel Limited

Contact name

Julia Asplin

Contact email

[email protected]

Contact number

01223 616 383

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