This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

21 May 2026 at 10:46

Award

07 May 2026 at 11:22

Award

07 May 2026 at 11:04

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Belfast Health & Social Care Trust focuses on securing essential pharmaceutical goods, specifically the "ALTUVOCT Powder + Solvent for Solution for Injection Vial". This process has reached the contract award stage, as of 21st May 2026, with a direct award issued to HEALTHNET HOMECARE (UK) LIMITED. The contracting authority, located in Belfast, Northern Ireland, operates under Northern Irish devolved regulations, ensuring that the procurement adheres to UK legal frameworks. The contract covers delivery across the United Kingdom with a duration from 21st May 2026 to 31st March 2028, and the contract’s total value is estimated to be £200,000. The procurement method chosen was a direct award due to the critical need for continuity in patient care.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in healthcare and pharmaceutical services, especially those capable of delivering essential medical supplies efficiently. Companies with experience in the homecare sector and a robust distribution network would be well-suited to compete in similar procurements in the future. This contract highlights the importance of strong relationships with public health authorities and the ability to provide quick access to crucial medical products. Business growth can be realised by leveraging such government contracts, positioning businesses as reliable suppliers in the public healthcare sector.

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Notice Title

ALTUVOCT POWDER + SOLVENT FOR SOLUTION FOR INJECTION VIAL

Notice Description

Procurement of ALTUVOCT POWDER + SOLVENT FOR SOLUTION FOR INJECTION VIAL

Procurement Information

These essential medicines are required from this supplier to ensure continuity of patient care, specifically for homecare support. The absence of competition is not the artificial narrowing of the parameters of the procurement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06932c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046968-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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

33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
20 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BELFAST HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE TRUST
Additional Buyers

BELFAST HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST

Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT12 6BA
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Falls
Westminster Constituency
Belfast West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HEALTHNET HOMECARE (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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