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Contract for supply of herpes zoster (shingles) vaccine(recombinant, adjuvanted)

Department of Health and Social Care

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15 Jan 2021 at 11:56

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process involves the Department of Health and Social Care, which has successfully awarded a contract for the supply of herpes zoster (shingles) vaccine (recombinant, adjuvanted). This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically within the healthcare industry, and is located in Bedford, UK. The contract has been awarded following a limited procurement method without prior publication due to the exclusive nature of the supplier's licence. The contract duration is from 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2023, with a potential extension of up to 24 months. The contract value is £66,131,483, with the signing date on 16 December 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors, particularly those involved in vaccine production and distribution. Companies that have the capacity to deliver compliant products at scale and possess the necessary licensure will be well-suited to compete, especially since the award criteria focus on quality and delivery alongside cost considerations. The exclusivity of the supplier underlines the need for innovative solutions and potential partnerships for businesses looking to engage in future health-related procurement projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contract for supply of herpes zoster (shingles) vaccine(recombinant, adjuvanted)

Notice Description

The provision of herpes zoster (shingles) vaccine(recombinant, adjuvanted)

Lot Information

Lot 1

The provision of herpes zoster (shingles) vaccine(recombinant, adjuvanted) deliveries will be required from 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2023, with an option to extend for up to an additional 24 months.

Options: The contract has the option to be extended for up to an additional 24 months

Procurement Information

There is only one supplier with an exclusive global licence to manufacture and distribute this vaccine which is licensed and approved for use in the UK and due to the functions of the vaccine, there is no reasonable alternative or substitute, therefore using the negotiated procedure without prior publication is justified under Regulation 32(2)(b)(ii) and (iii) of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-028aac
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000854-2021
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33651600 - Vaccines

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£66,131,483 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Dec 20205 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

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
Postcode Area
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

GlaxoSmithKline UK Ltd

Further Information

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