Tender

Central procurement of Vitamin D food supplements-CEV

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC)

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Tender

30 Nov 2020 at 21:51

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) is currently undertaking an open procurement process for the central procurement of Vitamin D food supplements, essential for maintaining healthy bones and muscles, particularly during the autumn and winter months. The tender was published on 30th November 2020 and is focused on supplying these supplements to vulnerable groups in the United Kingdom to address health needs exacerbated by increased indoor activity. The contract has a total estimated value of £524,400 and is expected to commence on 30th November 2020, concluding on 15th December 2020. The procurement method is open, allowing for a wide range of suppliers to participate in the tendering process.

This opportunity presents a significant chance for businesses, particularly those within the health and nutrition sector, to contribute to public health initiatives by supplying Vitamin D supplements. Businesses that specialise in nutritional products, pharmaceuticals, or food manufacturing would find this tender particularly relevant, enabling them to expand their market reach by partnering with a leading public authority. The urgent nature of this procurement, due to the winter health concerns, may encourage suppliers to present competitive and timely solutions that meet the specified requirements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Central procurement of Vitamin D food supplements-CEV

Notice Description

Vitamin D is needed for healthy bones and muscles and during autumn and winter, everyone is advised to take a vitamin D supplement of 10 micrograms. DHSC wishes to procure vitamin D for vulnerable population groups. This is because they may have been indoors more than usual this year and therefore it is even more important to take a vitamin D supplement as we go into the winter months to protect musculoskeletal health. This procurement will concern the supply, of vitamin D to vulnerable groups. If you are interested in the opportunity please access the documents via the Atamis portal.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ea4840ef-fc76-4d66-9401-b064fc8f7b40
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fddc8039-f53b-4ea9-9fe4-7bfdf2b29602
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33616000 - Vitamins

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£524,400 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Nov 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Nov 2020 - 15 Dec 2020 30 days
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
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
WESTMINSTER
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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