Award

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) Supplies and Distribution - AWARD

THURROCK COUNCIL

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20 Dec 2024 at 15:17

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Thurrock Council has completed the procurement process for the supply and distribution of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) products to support NHS Smoking Cessation Advisors. The contract, valued at £307,907.75, has been awarded to MK MEDICALS (UK) LTD. This open procedure procurement process, classified under the industry category of "Nicotine substitutes" (CPV code 33693200), will begin on 1 April 2025 and run until 31 March 2028, with a potential extension of an additional two years. The primary delivery location is Thurrock, Essex, with further distribution across British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the rest of the world.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses engaged in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors, particularly those specialising in smoking cessation products. It offers SMEs and VCSEs the chance to expand their market reach by providing critical health services through a streamlined purchasing portal. Businesses with expertise in logistics, medical supply chain management, and e-commerce platforms are well-suited to compete in such procurement processes, enhancing their portfolio and fostering long-term partnerships with public sector organisations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) Supplies and Distribution - AWARD

Notice Description

The Council's requirement under this Contract is for the direct supply of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) supplies and distribution to Thurrock Stop Smoking Service clients. The Contractor will provide a streamlined purchasing portal to facilitate the purchasing of NRT products prescribed by NHS Smoking Cessation Advisors and distribute items directly to individuals. Further information can be found in the specification. Please note, the estimated contract value incldues the extension option (the contract is for three years with the option to extend by a further two years)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d68e619-3025-4a36-8b3a-87c951429f22
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33693200 - Nicotine substitutes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£307,907 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THURROCK COUNCIL
Contact Name
Kiri Mason
Contact Email
kmason@thurrock.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01375 652243

Buyer Location

Locality
ESSEX
Postcode
RM17 6SL
Post Town
Romford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH32 Thurrock
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Thurrock
Electoral Ward
Grays Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Thurrock

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MK MEDICALS (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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