Tender

Framework Agreement for the Transport of Medicines from NHS Hospital to Patients

NHS LONDON PROCUREMENT PARTNERSHIP

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

16 Jul 2021 at 13:43

Tender Notice
Tender

14 Jul 2021 at 12:49

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NHS London Procurement Partnership is inviting tenders for a Framework Agreement concerning the Transport of Medicines from NHS Hospitals to Patients. This procurement process, classified under the "Courier services" industry, is currently in the Tender stage. The tender period will conclude on 14th August 2021, while the contract period is expected to commence on 29th September 2021 and continue until 28th September 2023. The procurement method is open, allowing for inclusive participation, and the delivery addresses are centred in London, specifically the SE1 4YB postal code.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in logistics and courier services, particularly those with capabilities in handling sensitive medical deliveries. Companies that possess or are willing to obtain the necessary licenses for transporting controlled substances will be especially well-suited for this contract. As the Framework includes three distinct lots, businesses of varying sizes, including SMEs, can find suitable bidding opportunities that align with their service offerings and compliance capabilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Transport of Medicines from NHS Hospital to Patients

Notice Description

NHS London Procurement Partnership (NHS LPP) (hosted by Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust) are procuring a Framework Agreement for the provision of medicine courier services from London NHS Trusts for delivery direct to Patients. The Framework will be split into three Lots: (1) Standard Medicine Courier Services (2) Medicine Courier Services requiring MHRA Wholesale Dealers License WDA(H) (3) Medicine Courier Services requiring MHRA Wholesale Dealers License WDA(H) & Home Office License to transport Controlled Drugs (CDs). Go to https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome to access the tender pack and to bid on this opportunity. Bidders must hold (or register for) a Atamis Supplier login account. Call-Off Contracts can be awarded by Participating Authorities by either Direct Award or Further Competition (details included in tender pack)LPP Contract Reference: LPP/2021/003

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1d55e476-8c5b-4602-8644-cd089b5686fa
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e696b93-5399-4e55-8aab-37d1b4e5ab6a
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

CPV Codes

60161000 - Parcel transport services

64120000 - Courier services

64121200 - Parcel delivery services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Sep 2021 - 28 Sep 2023 1-2 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
NHS LONDON PROCUREMENT PARTNERSHIP
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 4YB
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Chaucer
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Further Information

Notice Documents

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