Planning

Strategic stockpile of medicines 2021

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

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Planning

03 Jun 2020 at 06:37

Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health is initiating a procurement process for a contract titled "Strategic stockpile of medicines 2021," which falls under the pharmaceutical products industry category. This procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a contract period slated to begin on 1st April 2021 and concluding on 31st March 2022. A selective procurement method will be employed, indicating that only pre-qualified suppliers will be invited to submit tenders. Interested parties should note that a future notice regarding this opportunity is scheduled for release on 8th June 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply of emergency medicines, particularly those capable of providing items such as atropine PFS and various forms of ciprofloxacin. Companies specialising in pharmaceuticals and those classified as SMEs may find themselves well-positioned to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement will allow them to contribute to public health initiatives while expanding their presence in the healthcare sector.

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Notice Title

Strategic stockpile of medicines 2021

Notice Description

Please be aware that initial indications to the market was that this opportunity would be for a framework agreement. This has now changed to a requirement for a contract to be put in place. The purpose of the procurement exercise will be intended to establish a contract for Public Health England's requirements for the stockpile of emergency medicines. This includes the provision of: atropine PFS, ciprofloxacin tablets (including 100 mg strength) ciprofloxacin suspension and ciprofloxacin injection.The duration of the contract is 1 year from April 2021.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd44a48a-21f5-400c-88dd-1a7af1d77d42
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
7 Jun 2020Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
lynne.nichols@dhsc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

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