Tender

PPSA - Pharmacy Logistics Service

PENINSULA PURCHASING & SUPPLY ALLIANCE

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Tender

06 Feb 2026 at 11:44

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Peninsula Purchasing & Supply Alliance is seeking service providers for a Pharmacy Logistics Service, encompassing transportation and distribution of pharmaceutical medicines and devices, as part of an open procedure above the threshold. Classified under courier services (CPV: 64120000), this procurement is located in Plymouth, Devon, with services spanning across the United Kingdom. The tender was published on 6th February 2026 and is currently in the 'Tender' stage, with a submission deadline set for 23rd March 2026 at 12:00 PM. The contract is valued at £5,000,000 and will run from 1st June 2026 to 31st May 2030.

This tender offers growth opportunities for businesses specializing in logistics and distribution, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to its suitability for such entities. Involvement in this contract can expand business portfolios within the healthcare supply chain sector. Firms with expertise in managing large-scale and precise delivery services of medical products across the UK will find this tender particularly relevant. Participation requires registration and application via the Atamis e-sourcing portal, enhancing exposure and capabilities in delivering robust logistical services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PPSA - Pharmacy Logistics Service

Notice Description

The supply of Pharmacy Logistics service provision that spans the transportation and distribution of pharmaceutical medicines and devices. Please register your interest to receive the tender documentation. Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c4887f03-9d00-41db-b6df-debef21bbcee
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7b60acb-ed00-4dfd-b74b-c63ae26f4f0a
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

CPV Codes

64120000 - Courier services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
23 Mar 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2030 4-5 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
PENINSULA PURCHASING & SUPPLY ALLIANCE
Contact Name
Tracie Dawson
Contact Email
tracie.dawson@nhs.net
Contact Phone
07825 230403

Buyer Location

Locality
PLYMOUTH
Postcode
PL6 8DH
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK41 Plymouth
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Plymouth
Electoral Ward
Moor View
Westminster Constituency
Plymouth Moor View

Further Information

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