Scope
Description
CAR-T treatment called Obecel developed to treat relapsed or refractory B-cell precursor acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (r/r B-ALL) which has recently become available to patients. The decision which treatment is most suitable applicable to a specific age group is a clinical one that would be decided by a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT). The product should meet strict NHS England standards for cryogenic storage and handling and RMH has such credentials.
Contract 1. RMH - CAR-T Treatment
Suppliers
Supplier not yet selected
Contract value
- £380,000 excluding VAT
- £380,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Earliest date the contract will be signed
27 October 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 November 2025 to 31 October 2026
- 1 year
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Direct award
Direct award justification
Single supplier - technical reasons
this particular field of treatment is very patient specific
Contracting authority
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXLT-9823-WVCY
Fulham Road
London
SW3 6JJ
United Kingdom
Email: rachel.kline1@nhs.net
Website: https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk
Region: UKI33 - Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Organisation type: Public authority - central government
Other organisation
These organisations are carrying out the procurement, or part of it, on behalf of the contracting authorities.
Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust
Summary of their role in this procurement: Procurement Shared Service - North West London Procurement Services
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJXH-4297-MQQW
Ground Floor, 15 Marylebone Road
London
NW1 5JD
United Kingdom
Email: rachel.kline1@nhs.net
Website: https://www.clch.nhs.uk
Region: UKI32 - Westminster