Conclusion of Non-Exclusive Drug Discount Agreements pursuant to § 130a Para. 8 SGB V via an Open-House Model for the Active Ingredient Icatibant (ATC Code B06AC02)
About This Opportunity
TranslatedThis tender, originating from Germany, concerns the establishment of non-exclusive drug discount agreements for the active ingredient Icatibant (ATC code B06AC02) under Section 130a, Paragraph 8 of the German Social Code Book V (SGB V). The procurement will utilize an 'Open-House' model, which allows eligible pharmaceutical manufacturers to join the agreement during its term. The contracting authority seeks to secure cost-effective access to Icatibant, a medication used for hereditary angioedema, for the German statutory health insurance system. The agreements will govern the supply and pricing of the drug. This procurement strategy aims to foster competition among suppliers and ensure favorable pricing and availability for this essential medicine. The Open-House model provides flexibility for manufacturers to participate while ensuring the health insurance system benefits from competitive terms over the agreement's duration.
This is a supplies contract in the health and medical services sector, with a focus on Pharmaceuticals and Health Financing. Located in Germany, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before May 31, 2028.
Published through TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU), a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the health and medical services sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.
Description
Original language: GermanThis tender, originating from Germany and published on the Tenders Electronic Daily (TED) platform, seeks to establish agreements for the procurement of pharmaceuticals. Specifically, the contracting authority is looking to conclude agreements for non-exclusive drug rebates as per § 130a Abs. 8 SGB V, utilizing an open-house model. The focus of this procurement is on the active ingredient Icatibant, identified by the WHO ATC code B06AC02.
This procurement exercise falls under the category of pharmaceutical supply contracts, aiming to secure cost-effective access to a specific, high-value medication. The open-house model typically allows multiple qualified suppliers to join an existing framework agreement over a defined period, fostering competition and ensuring a consistent supply chain. Interested parties are expected to demonstrate their capability to meet stringent quality standards, supply chain reliability, and to offer competitive pricing structures compliant with German healthcare regulations. Furthermore, bidders will likely need to outline their proposed rebate mechanisms and their ability to adhere to the terms and conditions stipulated within the tender documentation. This tender represents an opportunity for pharmaceutical manufacturers and distributors to engage in a significant public health procurement within the German market.
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) and was originally published on March 13, 2026. Last refreshed 8 days ago. Original language: German. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About AOK PLUS - Die Gesundheitskasse für Sachsen und Thüringen
AOK PLUS - Die Gesundheitskasse für Sachsen und Thüringen has issued 36 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 30 currently open and 2 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Health & Medical, General Supplies & Services, and Water & Sanitation. All notices are published for Germany. Notices are distributed via TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) and DÖE Bekanntmachungsservice (Germany). Most recent publication: June 9, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
What type of contract is this?
This is a Supplies contract in the Health & Medical sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Germany. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
Visit TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.
When does this tender close?
The submission deadline is May 31, 2028. You have 706 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by AOK PLUS - Die Gesundheitskasse für Sachsen und Thüringen in Germany. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
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