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Contract for the supply of live attenuated intranasal influenza vaccine

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC)

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23 Apr 2021 at 11:11

Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has completed a procurement process for the supply of live attenuated intranasal influenza vaccine, aimed at supporting the annual seasonal influenza vaccination programme, particularly for children. The contract, classified under the CPV code for influenza vaccines, is active following the award date of 20th March 2021. The contract is set to commence on 1st August 2021 and will run until 31st July 2022. The procurement was conducted via a limited method using a negotiated procedure without prior publication, with the tender period concluding on 19th March 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the pharmaceuticals and healthcare supply sectors, particularly those specialising in vaccine production and distribution. Larger companies with capacities to produce high volumes, such as AstraZeneca, are well-positioned to participate in similar contracts. Businesses aiming to expand in the public sector should consider capabilities in regulatory compliance, logistical efficiency, and the ability to deliver sensitive healthcare products reliably to meet public health needs.

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Notice Title

Contract for the supply of live attenuated intranasal influenza vaccine

Notice Description

The provision of a live attenuated intranasal influenza vaccine, to be used to support the annual seasonal influenza vaccination programme, which includes children. The volume requirement is 3,364,470 doses of vaccine. Value - this information is considered by the supplier to be commercially sensitive information. The authority is not publishing the value so as not to prejudice the legitimate commercial interest of the supplier.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/feb4b7cc-f02f-47be-b23e-d4a8c8175b8a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33651660 - Influenza vaccines

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Mar 20214 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2021 - 31 Jul 2022 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC)
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Halton
Electoral Ward
Halton Lea
Westminster Constituency
Runcorn and Helsby

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ASTRAZENECA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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