How does the annual tender work? The tender follows the same cycle every year:
Drafting (May – July): PHARMAC considers the types of products that could be included in the Tender and compiles a list of these products for consultation. Consultation on draft Tender (July – August): Once the draft Tender has been put together, PHARMAC seeks feedback from suppliers, clinicians, health care professionals, the wider health sector and patients. They’ll provide feedback on whether it’s appropriate to include an item in the tender, and what things PHARMAC should consider during evaluation. Consideration of consultation feedback (August – October): Following consultation, PHARMAC will consider the feedback, and seek additional information from the PTAC Tender Medical Evaluation Sub Committee if required before finalising the Tender.
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