Tender

Pharmacy Automated Storage & Fulfilment System - UHB

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Tender

14 Apr 2026 at 12:53

Summary of the contracting process

The University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust is seeking bids for a tender titled "Pharmacy Automated Storage & Fulfilment System - UHB" in Birmingham, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the industry category of miscellaneous special-purpose machinery and warehouse management systems. The process is currently at the 'Tender' stage, with key dates including an enquiry period ending on 1st May 2026 and the tender period closing on 13th May 2026. The procurement method is an open procedure, ensuring broad participation and transparency. The contract has a potential value of up to £600,000, with active submissions allowed in English via electronic means as stated in the submission terms.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in automated storage and fulfilment systems, especially those adept in systems integration and lifecycle support for pharmaceutical distribution. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to compete. By delivering solutions that integrate with SAP S/4HANA EWM and ensuring compliant pharmaceutical distribution, companies can bolster their market presence and expertise in the healthcare sector. Successful bidders will have the chance to secure a contract initially spanning three years, with possible extensions that could extend the duration to five years, offering sustained business growth potential.

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Notice Title

Pharmacy Automated Storage & Fulfilment System - UHB

Notice Description

This procurement is for the provision of a turnkey solution for the design, supply, installation, commissioning, integration, and ongoing maintenance of pharmacy automated storage and fulfilment systems for a new NHS distribution centre in Birmingham. The scope includes both ambient and temperature-controlled storage solutions, systems integration with SAP S/4HANA EWM, staff training, and lifecycle support to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant pharmaceutical distribution.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract has an initial term of three years with the option for the Authority to extend for up to two additional one-year periods, giving a maximum contract duration of five years, exercisable at the Authority's discretion.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068203
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033780-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

42965100 - Warehouse management system

42990000 - Miscellaneous special-purpose machinery

72253200 - Systems support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 May 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2WB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

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