Award

The Provision of First Aid and Medical Supplies

LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

01 Sep 2025 at 15:38

Award

01 Aug 2025 at 13:44

Tender

09 May 2025 at 12:11

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Lancashire County Council involves the provision of First Aid and Medical Supplies with the title "The Provision of First Aid and Medical Supplies." The process is classified under the industry category of goods and primarily targets the UK's medical sector, with specific regional service delivery within the UKD4 region, covering areas such as Older People Care and Disability Services. The contract has been awarded under an open procedure to Bunzl UK Ltd t/as Care Shop for a period starting from 1st September 2025, lasting initially for two years with possible extensions. The procurement process has been completed with the contract being signed on 1st September 2025, valuing the gross amount of £1,512,000. Key dates include the completion of the tender stage by 4th June 2025 and the award date set for 19th July 2025.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses in the healthcare supply chain, specifically those specialising in medical consumables, cleaning equipment, and various healthcare-related provisions. Companies that can provide efficient stock control, delivery, and quality assurance are well-suited to partake in similar future tenders. With the allowance for up to four years of contract duration, and the procurement process open to further extensions, suppliers have a chance to secure a long-term business relationship that fosters growth and stability. The open procurement method allows a broad pool of potential bidders, ensuring competitive entry points for diverse suppliers equipped to meet the Authority's comprehensive requirements.

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Notice Title

The Provision of First Aid and Medical Supplies

Notice Description

The contract is to provide First Aid and Medical Supplies to the Authority. The contract covers a range of goods, which include the following categories: Beds and Furniture, Cleaning Janitorial & Laundry Equipment, Continence Management, Gloves, House Keeping, Infection Control, Medical, Medical Equipment, Moving and Handling Equipment, Paper, Patient Care, Pressure Area Care, Textiles, Toilet and Bathroom Equipment, Wipes. Currently, the goods are predominately supplied into the Authority's Older People Care Service and Disability Service; however, it is expected that any service within the Authority should be able to access the agreement as and when required.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Agreement is available for an initial period of 2 years with an option to extend up to a maximum 4 year contract period, following which there may or may not be an opportunity for a re-procurement. The Agreement included within the Tender Documents outlines any relevant break clauses or periods within the awarded term where a re-procurement could occur. Any re-procurement will be at the discretion of the contracting Authority and will be completed compliantly.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050fb5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052938-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

33140000 - Medical consumables

39512100 - Sheets

39512500 - Pillowcases

39514100 - Towels

39514500 - Face cloths

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,260,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,260,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jul 20256 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
2029-05-06

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

SOCIAL VALUE PORTAL LTD

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
contractscorporate@lancashire.gov.uk, sales@socialvalueportal.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR1 0LD
Post Town
Preston
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
TLD4 Lancashire

Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Vauxhall
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BUNZL UK LTD T/AS CARE SHOP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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