Tender

Contract for the supply of European viper antivenom

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

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Tender

21 Dec 2018 at 15:16

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health in England is conducting an open tender for the supply of European viper antivenom, essential for treating bites from the common European adder (Vipera berus). The tender was published on 21 December 2018 and is currently in the active status. The tender period will close on 18 May 2020, and the resulting contract will run from 1 May 2021 to 30 April 2023. This procurement is classified under the goods category, specifically vaccines, and it encompasses delivery to various regions, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, and multiple regions within the United Kingdom.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses in the pharmaceutical and medical supply sectors, particularly those specialising in vaccine production and related healthcare products. Companies equipped to meet the specific requirements for the supply of antivenom would be particularly well-suited to compete, as the open procedure allows for a broad range of suppliers to participate. The focus on healthcare supplies offers potential growth avenues for businesses looking to expand their footprint in public procurement within the UK.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contract for the supply of European viper antivenom

Notice Description

The provision of European viper antivenom, for the treatment of individuals bitten by the vipera berus (common european adder).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2f276f43-f6fa-42da-a4d3-7a18c692403c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef939765-c874-4661-bde2-ff971ceb880f
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33651600 - Vaccines

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Dec 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 May 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2021 - 30 Apr 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
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RUNCORN
Postcode
WA7 2ES
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
TLL Wales, TLM Scotland, TLN Northern Ireland
Local Authority
Halton
Electoral Ward
Halton Lea
Westminster Constituency
Runcorn and Helsby

Further Information

Notice Documents

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