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Terms and Conditions for the Supply of Centrally Procured Vaccines - SARS-CoV-2 VACCINE SUPPLY AGREEMENT

BUSINESS ENERGY AND INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Terms and Conditions for the Supply of Centrally Procured Vaccines - SARS-CoV-2 VACCINE SUPPLY AGREEMENT" was conducted by the Business Energy and Industrial Strategy in the United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the category of goods, specifically focusing on supplying the Covid-19 BNT162b2 Vaccine. The procurement was initiated through a direct method, characterised as a single tender action below the threshold, and has now reached the award stage. The tender period concluded on 9th August 2021, with the contract becoming effective from 10th August 2021 and expected to run until 31st December 2021, although this date may vary due to production and delivery challenges.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for pharmaceutical companies and suppliers specialising in vaccine production. Businesses engaged in the healthcare, logistics, and supply chain management sectors may also find this contract aligns well with their capabilities. As this procurement addresses a critical public health need, companies that can demonstrate reliability and efficiency in vaccine delivery may stand a better chance of competing for similar opportunities in future procurement processes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Terms and Conditions for the Supply of Centrally Procured Vaccines - SARS-CoV-2 VACCINE SUPPLY AGREEMENT

Notice Description

Procurement of the Covid-19 BNT162b2 Vaccine.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13d7b712-2d29-4c10-ba76-3aa7b221c3db
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33651600 - Vaccines

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Aug 20214 years ago
Contract Period
9 Aug 2021 - 31 Dec 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BUSINESS ENERGY AND INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0ET
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PFIZER

Further Information

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