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16 Micron polythene aprons

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

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27 Sep 2020 at 11:12

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23 Jun 2020 at 19:57

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health and Social Care has awarded a contract to Elite Plastics Limited for the supply of 16 Micron polythene aprons, aimed at protecting health and care workers against Covid-19. This procurement falls within the goods category, specifically protective and safety clothing, and had a contract value of £9,990,000. The contract period commenced on 1st June 2020 and runs until 28th February 2021. The procurement process was executed under an urgent negotiated procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, as permitted by Article 32 of the relevant directive.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in the production of personal protective equipment (PPE). Businesses that are well-versed in manufacturing safety clothing and have the capability to quickly scale production in response to urgent health demands would be particularly well-suited to compete in similar future contracts. Engaging with the Department of Health and Social Care, known for its procurement during public health emergencies, can also provide valuable insights and partnerships for businesses looking to enter or expand within the healthcare supply market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

16 Micron polythene aprons

Notice Description

The Department of Health and Social Care (the "Authority") has awarded a contract to Elite Plastics Limited for the supply of Personal Protective Equipment (aprons) to protect Health and Care workers from contracting the Covid 19 disease. Additional information: Justification for the choice of the negotiated procedure without prior publication of a call for competition in accordance with Article 32. Extreme urgency brought about by events unforeseeable for the contracting authority and in accordance with the strict conditions stated in the directive.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14a755e7-c41b-4baf-9ec3-a8af04217d00
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Award of a contract without prior publication of a call for competition in the Official Journal of the European Union in the cases listed in Annex D1
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

CPV Codes

35113400 - Protective and safety clothing

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,990,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£9,990,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 May 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 May 20205 years ago
Contract Period
31 May 2020 - 28 Feb 2021 6-12 months
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
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ELITE PLASTICS

Further Information

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