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THE PROVISION OF A CONTRACT FOR THE SUPPLY OF FIRST AID AND MEDICAL KITS AND VACCINATIONS FOR FCO POSTS OVERSEAS

FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE

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03 Nov 2017 at 16:11

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office is seeking suppliers for a contract to provide first aid and medical kits, as well as vaccinations for FCO posts overseas. This procurement falls under the medical supplies industry category and is classified as an open procedure. The deadline for submitting tenders is 28 November 2017, while questions for clarification must be submitted by 17 November 2017. The contract will start on 5 March 2018 and will run until 4 March 2021, with delivery addresses primarily located in London, UK.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in medical supplies and pharmaceuticals, particularly those that can meet the BS8599 standard for first aid kits. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the tender is suitable for their participation. Companies with experience in dealing with government contracts or those already registered on the BravoSolution portal will find it advantageous when competing for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

THE PROVISION OF A CONTRACT FOR THE SUPPLY OF FIRST AID AND MEDICAL KITS AND VACCINATIONS FOR FCO POSTS OVERSEAS

Notice Description

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office has a requirement for the supply of vaccines, pharmaceutical, medical supplies to FCO clinics in Islamabad, Nairobi and New Delhi and the supply of first aid kits to all 270 FCO posts in 170 countries. All first aid kits should be BS8599 standard so they are complaint with the First Aid Act 1981. On occasion there may be a need to purchase Potassium Iodate supplies as determined by Department of Health policy. This will be an occasional requirement and not a regular purchase. The contract will be used primarily by the FCO but will be open for other Government departments to use if required. Additional information: Invitation To Tender documents are available at https://fco.bravosolution.co.uk (project_1382 / itt_2029). Unless already registered, interested suppliers must register on the portal to gain access. Registration is a one-time activity and is free of charge. Support is available from the BravoSolution helpdesk for suppliers who are unfamiliar with the portal. (See the portal homepage for details). Deadline for submissions - 28 November 2017 17:00 Deadlne for clarification questions - 17 November 2017 17:00

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-021bad70-4575-4950-8521-26bba00deda4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b167db1a-5278-468d-8b85-06012fb45d04
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33141620 - Medical kits

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Nov 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Nov 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Mar 2018 - 4 Mar 2021 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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