Award

Covid-19 Flu Vaccine Buffer Stock

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC)

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

Award

25 Nov 2020 at 12:16

Award

23 Nov 2020 at 13:50

Award

22 Nov 2020 at 23:47

Award

22 Nov 2020 at 23:13

Award

22 Nov 2020 at 20:50

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) as the buyer, contracting for the "Covid-19 Flu Vaccine Buffer Stock" valued at £16,641,800. This tender is classified under the industry category of "Influenza vaccines" and includes related storage and distribution services across the United Kingdom, covering various regions such as London, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. The procurement method used was a direct approach through a single tender action, suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The contract period commenced on 23rd July 2020 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2021. The tender period officially ended on 23rd July 2020.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in the supply and distribution of medical goods, particularly vaccines, and storage solutions. SMEs with capabilities in cold chain logistics, vaccine warehousing, and distribution services would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar contracts in the future. The ongoing demand for flu vaccines and related services provides a growing market for companies looking to expand their operations in the healthcare sector.

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Notice Title

Covid-19 Flu Vaccine Buffer Stock

Notice Description

Contract for the supply of a central national stock of Influenza Vaccine and related storage and distribution services.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c0dde53c-a398-4309-8e9c-8a83b5cdea03
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3052e858-389a-4055-a865-26a2583ca4ae
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

33651660 - Influenza vaccines

63120000 - Storage and warehousing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£16,641,800 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£16,641,800 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Nov 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jul 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jul 20205 years ago
Contract Period
22 Jul 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 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)
Additional Buyers

HEALTH FAMILY

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0EU
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland, TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GLAXOSMITHKLINE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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