Award

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) Supplies and Distribution

THURROCK COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

20 Dec 2024 at 15:28

Tender

22 Oct 2024 at 06:48

Summary of the contracting process

Thurrock Council has recently completed the procurement process for the supply and distribution of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) products under the contract ID PS/2023/168. The procurement pertains to goods, specifically nicotine substitutes, with the aim to supply NRT products to clients of the Thurrock Stop Smoking Service. The contract, which is valued at £307,907.75, covers a three-year period with an option to extend for an additional two years. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, and key dates included the tender end date on 22 November 2024, with the contract signed on 20 December 2024. MK Medicals (UK) Ltd was awarded the contract, and they are responsible for implementing a streamlined purchasing portal for NRT products prescribed by NHS Smoking Cessation Advisors.

This tender offers significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs involved in the healthcare supply chain. Companies that specialise in pharmaceutical goods, particularly nicotine substitutes, and have robust distribution networks are well-suited to this procurement. The contract not only ensures a steady revenue stream over the term but also enhances the supplier's portfolio by partnering with a public health initiative. The focus on an electronic purchasing portal opens avenues for technological solutions providers and logistics firms experienced in handling sensitive medical supplies.

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Notice Title

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) Supplies and Distribution

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)

Lot Information

Lot 1

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. Additional information: The estimated contract vaue is over the full contract term (3 years + 2 years)

Renewal: There is a two year extension option

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04afe2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041250-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33693200 - Nicotine substitutes

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Either in three years, four years or five years, depending on whether the extensions are taken.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THURROCK COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@thurrock.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GRAYS
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
TLH32 Thurrock

Local Authority
Thurrock
Electoral Ward
Grays Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Thurrock

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MK MEDICALS (UK

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