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Provision of antiviral medication through NHS community pharmacy providers

NHS SURREY AND SUSSEX INTEGRATED CARE BOARD

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06 May 2026 at 10:14

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Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board has completed the procurement process for the provision of antiviral medication through community pharmacy providers to treat influenza-like illnesses. This tender, operating under the Provider Selection Regime and not subject to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, focuses on pharmacy services, specifically targeting the Surrey Heartlands area. The procurement method was limited, with the contract term covering from 1st April 2026 to 31st October 2027. The overall contract has been awarded to Ricky's Pharmacy with a value of £1,500 over 18 months, additional fees apply for specific services like call-outs and deliveries. The decision was influenced by criteria related to integration, collaboration, health inequalities reduction, quality and innovation, value, and social impacts, with a significant emphasis on improving access and reducing health inequalities. The award was finalised on 31st March 2026.

This contract presents valuable opportunities for businesses involved in pharmacy services, especially those capable of scaling operations during peak flu seasons or pandemics. Firms that specialize in community pharmacy services and can demonstrate strong collaborative links with primary care providers are well-positioned to benefit. The procurement is designed to foster healthier communities by providing timely access to antiviral medications, thereby reducing the burden on more costly healthcare services like GPs and A&E departments. Moreover, the contract encourages early intervention in the community setting, promoting sustainable local business growth and resilience. Companies aiming to expand in the health sector can leverage this procurement to enhance service delivery and build robust partnerships within the primary healthcare ecosystem.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of antiviral medication through NHS community pharmacy providers

Notice Description

The provision of antiviral medication through community pharmacy provision within Surrey Heartlands ICB for the treatment of influenza-like illness. To reduce the risk of complications from and spread of influenza-like illness, and to optimise treatment use by providing safe access to treatment in a timely manner. CPV Code 85149000-5 - Pharmacy services, but not including community pharmacy services that are arranged under The National Health Service (Pharmaceutical and Local Pharmaceutical Services) Regulations 2013.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The provision of antiviral medication through community pharmacy provision within Surrey Heartlands ICB for the treatment of influenza-like illness. To reduce the risk of complications from and spread of influenza-like illness, and to optimise treatment use by providing safe access to treatment in a timely manner. The approximate lifetime value of the contract will be PS1,500 over an 18 month term, from 1st April 2026 until 31st October 2027. Further fees to be paid of PS52 per call-out, PS13 dispensing fee for antivirals dispensed, delivery fees of PS11.50 per delivery for deliveries within usual catchment area.

Procurement Information

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) contract award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06921f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041372-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS SURREY AND SUSSEX INTEGRATED CARE BOARD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 2FZ
Postcode Area
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Ricky's Pharmacy

Further Information

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