Award

Storage and Distribution of Seasonal Influenza Vaccine

THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

05 Jun 2020 at 00:00

Tender

09 Oct 2019 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is led by The Common Services Agency, known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), for the title "Storage and Distribution of Seasonal Influenza Vaccine." This project falls within the health industry category, specifically classified under CPV code 63120000. Located in Edinburgh, the procurement is currently in the award stage, with the contract signed on 2nd June 2020, valued at £1,160,000 for an initial duration of 24 months, with an option for extension. The procurement method used is an open procedure, and the timeline for the tender process is vital for prospective suppliers.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the logistics and supply chain sectors, particularly those capable of handling pharmaceutical products. Companies with experience in storage and distribution services, especially those certified in relevant quality and regulatory standards, will be well-suited to compete. The framework agreement allows for efficient management of vaccine distribution across multiple NHS delivery sites, creating additional contracting opportunities as demand for health services evolves.

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Notice Title

Storage and Distribution of Seasonal Influenza Vaccine

Notice Description

This Framework Agreement is for the receipt, storage and distribution of seasonal influenza vaccines to GP practices, social care premises, vaccine holding centres and community pharmacies across NHSScotland.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This Framework Agreement is for the Storage and Distribution of Seasonal Influenza Vaccine to 1275 delivery sites comprising GP practices, social care sites, vaccine holding centres and community pharmacies across 14 health boards in NHSScotland. The storage and distribution service includes the receipt and storage of the vaccines, the processing of orders from Participating Authorities, the provision of a dedicated Customer Service Facility and the management of end of season returns. The total requirement has been awarded as a single supplier Framework Agreement.

Renewal: The Authority is entitled at its sole discretion to extend the twenty four (24) month duration of the Framework Agreement by a total of up to twenty four (24) months by giving a minimum of three (3) months written notice of any such extension(s).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000600126
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN387723
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

63120000 - Storage and warehousing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,120,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,120,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,160,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Nov 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jun 20205 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")
Contact Name
SSGovernance
Contact Email
nss.ssgovernance@nhs.net, rashida.rasool-gordon@nhs.net
Contact Phone
+44 1312756051, +44 1698794410

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MOVIANTO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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