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SOL - Nicotine Replacement Therapy

METROPOLITAN BOROUGH OF SOLIHULL

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10 Feb 2025 at 11:56

Summary of the contracting process

The Metropolitan Borough of Solihull has finalised the procurement process for the "SOL - Nicotine Replacement Therapy" contract under the industry category of nicotine substitutes (CPV: 33693200). This contract, worth up to £1,400,566, involves the provision of nicotine replacement therapy to support the Solihull Specialist Smoking Cessation Service. The contract, awarded to Sigma Pharmaceuticals PLC, spans from 1st April 2025 to 31st August 2029. This procurement was carried out through a limited procedure due to technical reasons and effective benchmarking that highlighted Sigma Pharmaceuticals as the most suitable supplier. The procurement stage has reached the Award phase with the contract signed on 19th December 2024 and currently active.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in supplying pharmaceutical goods, particularly those specialising in nicotine substitutes. Organisations with expertise in health services and cessation therapy can leverage this contract to establish a substantial presence in the public health sector. Sigma Pharmaceuticals' successful bid underscores the value of competitive pricing and the ability to deliver specialised products effectively. Businesses looking to compete in future tenders can benefit by demonstrating extensive benchmarking capabilities and offering cost-effective solutions tailored to public health needs.

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Notice Title

SOL - Nicotine Replacement Therapy

Notice Description

For the supply of nicotine replacement therapy to support the Solihull Specialist Cessation Service.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The provision of nicotine replacement therapy to support the Specialist Smoking Cessation Service.

Procurement Information

Extensive benchmarking activity has shown Sigma Pharmaceuticals is the most suitable and cost effective provider within a limited market.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04dd2e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004321-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated without publication of a contract notice
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33693200 - Nicotine substitutes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,400,566 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
METROPOLITAN BOROUGH OF SOLIHULL
Contact Name
Katharine Marsh
Contact Email
kmarsh@solihull.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1217046085

Buyer Location

Locality
SOLIHULL
Postcode
B91 3QB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG32 Solihull
Delivery Location
TLG32 Solihull

Local Authority
Solihull
Electoral Ward
St Alphege
Westminster Constituency
Solihull West and Shirley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SIGMA PHARMACEUTICALS

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