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Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine (2027)

UK Health Security Agency

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

19 Jun 2026 at 10:52

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

17 Jun 2026 at 12:54

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

22 May 2026 at 19:31

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, titled "Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine (2027)", is being facilitated by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, acting through the UK Health Security Agency. This open procedure is part of a public contract for the supply of vaccines that form part of the national immunisation programme. Located in London, the buyer is seeking up to 1.12 million doses over a 29-month delivery period. The procurement is currently in the 'active' tender stage, with the tender submission period ending on 24th July 2026. The industry category is pharmaceuticals, specifically vaccines, and the procurement method is classified as 'open'. Critical dates include the award of the contract by 9th November 2026, and contract delivery from 1st May 2027 to 30th September 2029.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for pharmaceutical and biotech companies with expertise in vaccine production and distribution. Companies capable of meeting large-scale manufacturing and logistical requirements will be well-suited to compete in this process. Businesses focusing on vaccines and related pharmaceuticals can leverage this opportunity to bolster their market presence within the public health sector. Additionally, ensuring quality compliance in vaccine production and supply chain efficiency will be crucial for successful participation, given the selection criteria emphasising both cost-effectiveness and product quality to mitigate risks associated with public health emergencies or pandemics.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine (2027)

Notice Description

This tender notice is for the award of a public contract (s) through an open procedure in accordance with section 20(1) and (2)(a) of the PA 2023. For the provision of a vaccine to protect against measles, mumps and rubella, to be used as part of the national immunisation programme. The contracting authority estimates their requirement over the period of the contract, including the optional flex to be up to 1.12m doses. Deliveries will be required over a 29 month period. The awarding of lots is not appropriate for this procurement. To access this competition: Access via https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome and view live opportunities, to view opportunity C403968.

Planning Information

The UK Health Security Agency sent a short pre-market engagement questionnaire to known UK licensed suppliers of measles, mumps and rubella vaccine. Insights collected primarily focused on product, volumes and supply chain to better understand the current market landscape.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a254
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057925-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33651600 - Vaccines

33651640 - Measles-mumps-rubella vaccines

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
19 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 May 2027 - 30 Sep 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
2028-04-03

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK Health Security Agency
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
Postcode Area
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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