Participating Trusts within the East Midlands currently have insufficient capacity for the aseptic production of ready to administer products to meet their expanding needs, therefore a supplier/supplier(s) are sought to supplement the current service through the provision of a high quality, cost effective service to supply ready to administer products.

The aim of this tender is to provide a significant improvement in the supply of ready to administer products, and specifically to achieve:

— Optimisation of the formulation, presentation and labelling of products to improve safe handling and reduce risks to patients and staff. Reduced stock inventory,

— Regular, managed deliveries of agreed volumes,

— Full cost transparency per unit,

— Approved product specifications to facilitate quality assurance at trust level.

Products with a Certificate of Analysis are preferred (See award criteria for full details).