Tender

TC109 - Smoking Cessation Services with Pharmacies Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS)

THE BOROUGH COUNCIL OF BOLTON

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Tender

03 Feb 2020 at 18:01

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Borough Council of Bolton is inviting tenders for the "TC109 - Smoking Cessation Services with Pharmacies Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS)", aimed at enhancing public health by reducing smoking-related illnesses. This procurement falls under the healthcare services category, specifically pharmacy services (CPV code 85149000). The tender process is currently in the active stage, with an end date for submissions set for 2nd March 2020. The contract is expected to commence on 18th May 2020 and run for a two-year period, concluding on 17th May 2022. With a total value of £400,000 GBP, the process will allow for ongoing entries into the DPS, ensuring new providers can join over its lifespan.

This opportunity presents a significant avenue for business growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that provide pharmacy services or healthcare solutions. Businesses specialising in smoking cessation programmes, health education, or pharmaceutical care would be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging with the local council's initiative not only supports community health objectives but also positions companies to benefit from long-term partnerships within the healthcare sector in the North West region of England.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TC109 - Smoking Cessation Services with Pharmacies Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS)

Notice Description

The Borough Council of Bolton ("the Authority") is prepared to receive tenders to be included on the Dynamic Purchasing System for Smoking Cessation Services with Pharmacies which will be subject to the information, specification and tender package enclosed. Smoking is the most significant preventable cause of ill health, premature death, and health inequalities in Bolton. Supporting a smoker to quit is one of the most effective ways any healthcare professional can help improve a person's health and therefore the Authority seeks to procure pharmacies to provide smoking cessation services. A Dynamic Purchasing System is, in effect, an open Purchasing System to which new providers can apply to be appointed to during its life. During this period new providers will be able to gain entry onto the Dynamic Purchasing System. During this period, the Dynamic Purchasing System will remain open during the term of the Purchasing System; new providers will be able to gain entry onto the Dynamic Purchasing System. It is envisaged that the Dynamic Purchasing System will be re-opened as and when there is a requirement for further provision, but as a minimum every six (6) months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce91e5ff-9cac-454b-9f8a-61fa2c82d597
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85149000 - Pharmacy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Mar 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 May 2020 - 17 May 2022 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
THE BOROUGH COUNCIL OF BOLTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BOLTON
Postcode
BL1 1RU
Post Town
Bolton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD36 Greater Manchester North West
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Bolton
Electoral Ward
Queens Park & Central
Westminster Constituency
Bolton North East

Further Information

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