Award

Rabies Vaccine Response

SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

05 Sep 2025 at 08:54

Award

29 Aug 2025 at 09:47

Award

29 Aug 2025 at 09:28

Planning

04 Aug 2025 at 10:54

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Health Security Agency, acting as the buyer, initiated a direct award procurement process for the supply of a Rabies Vaccine Response, culminating in a contract awarded to Bavarian Nordic A/S. This contract, identified with a tag "award" and "contract," is intended to address the urgent need for stock replenishment to maintain essential stockpile levels. The procurement is classified primarily under the "goods" category, focusing on vaccines, with the legal framework governed by legislation 2023/54. Located in London, UK, the UK Health Security Agency coordinated the procurement with contractual operations to span from 1st September 2025 to 1st February 2026. The direct award was necessitated by urgency and formalised by 29th August 2025.

This direct award process presents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly suited for large-scale suppliers like Bavarian Nordic A/S, who specialise in vaccine production. Companies with capabilities in high-volume vaccine manufacturing, robust supply chain infrastructure, and compliance with regulatory requirements stand poised to benefit. Faced with urgent supply demands, businesses with quick production and delivery capabilities can leverage such procurement contracts to expand their market presence and reinforce their standing as key players in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors. Engaging in contracts with government agencies like the UK Health Security Agency can also enhance their reputation and credibility in the global market.

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Notice Title

Rabies Vaccine Response

Notice Description

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has establish a contract with Bavarian Nordic A/S for the provision of Rabies Vaccine Response.

Planning Information

Following a comprehensive market assessment, the UK Health Security Agency held two market engagement sessions with suppliers to assess their ability to meet the clinical and technical requirements for the Rabies vaccine response. These sessions focused on key areas including volumes, product shelf life, delivery timelines, and supply chain compliance.

Procurement Information

Urgent requirement for stock replenishment to maintain stockpile levels.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056c28
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054144-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
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
£1
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1
Contracts Value
£1

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
15 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
19 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 1 Feb 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY
Additional Buyers

UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

Contact Name
Commercial Preparedness and Countermeasures
Contact Email
commercial.preparednessandcountermeasures@ukhsa.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BAVARIAN NORDIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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