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TenderUpdate

31 Jul 2026 at 11:09

Award

23 Apr 2026 at 15:31

Tender

27 Jan 2026 at 14:01

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Provision of a Pharmaceutical Dispensing Service" was initiated by the Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. This contract, valued at £2,071,603, involves the delivery of pharmacy services across the UKD region, specifically aimed at outpatients within Southport and Ormskirk Hospital sites. The contract covers an initial three-year period starting 18th May 2026, with options for two additional one-year extensions. The procurement method involved an open procedure under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, with the contract now in the award stage. The formal award was completed following a competitive selection process, with the award notice confirming the successful bidder as L Rowland & Co Ltd, a large organisation based in Runcorn.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth in the healthcare and pharmacy sectors. Companies with expertise in pharmaceutical services, particularly those experienced in integrating innovative healthcare solutions while delivering cost-effective and collaborative services, stand to benefit from this opportunity. The competitive process prioritised quality, innovation, value, and social impact, offering openings for businesses that can demonstrate excellence in these criteria. Given the scale and scope of the contract, it is particularly suitable for large firms with a robust track record in service sustainability, integration, and improving patient access and choice.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of a Pharmaceutical Dispensing Service

Notice Description

Provision of a Pharmaceutical Dispensing Service for a 3 year term from the 18th May 2026 with 2 x 1 year extension options.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This is an Intention to Award Notice - to inform market of the Relevant Authority's intention to Award a Contract for a Pharmaceutical Dispensing Service under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, following a competitive process. The lifetime value of the contract is expected to be PS2,071,603. This is an existing service and will be delivered by an existing provider. It is anticipated that the service will commence on 18th May 2026 for a 3 year term with 2 x 1 year extension options.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060fbd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072666-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85149000 - Pharmacy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,071,603 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Apr 20263 months ago
Contract Period
17 May 2026 - 17 May 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MERSEY AND WEST LANCASHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST
Additional Buyers

MERSEY AND WEST LANCASHIRE TEACHING HOSPITAL NHS TRUST

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PRESCOT
Postcode
L35 5DR
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Knowsley
Electoral Ward
Whiston and Cronton
Westminster Constituency
St Helens South and Whiston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

L ROWLAND

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