--- title: "SF049787 - Pharmacy and Ward Based Automation" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-07076028-89b9-4281-9469-e070e07f9cf3" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-07076028-89b9-4281-9469-e070e07f9cf3" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-07076028-89b9-4281-9469-e070e07f9cf3.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-07076028-89b9-4281-9469-e070e07f9cf3.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "HEALTHTRUST EUROPE LLP (HTE) ACTING AS AGENT FOR THE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF COVENTRY AND WARWICKSHIRE NHS TRUST (\"UHCW\")" published: "2017-12-18" --- # SF049787 - Pharmacy and Ward Based Automation Buyer: HEALTHTRUST EUROPE LLP (HTE) ACTING AS AGENT FOR THE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF COVENTRY AND WARWICKSHIRE NHS TRUST ("UHCW") Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-07076028-89b9-4281-9469-e070e07f9cf3 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-07076028-89b9-4281-9469-e070e07f9cf3) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-07076028-89b9-4281-9469-e070e07f9cf3.json) ## Summary The procurement process titled "SF049787 - Pharmacy and Ward Based Automation" is conducted by HealthTrust Europe LLP (HTE) as the contracting authority on behalf of the University Hospitals of Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust (UHCW). This open procedure aims to establish a framework for automated medicines management systems, primarily intended for pharmacy stores and point-of-care settings. The contract was initiated on 15th December 2017, with a duration of two years and an option to extend for an additional 24 months, concluding on 14th December 2019. The delivery addresses cover various regions, including the United Kingdom and other British territories, and the relevant industry category is automation systems (CPV code: 48921000). This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in the healthcare technology sector, particularly those specialising in automated dispensing solutions and medication management systems. Companies of all sizes, especially SMEs, are encouraged to participate due to the inclusive nature of the tendering process. Potential suppliers can benefit from this contract by providing innovative solutions that enhance pharmacy workflows and improve medication safety in clinical settings. ## Notice The Tender is to establish a framework for the provision of: An automated medicines management systems to be implemented primarily in but not restricted to pharmacy stores. The automated dispensing solution must include the input of/storing and dispensing of medicines in various pack sizes and formats, in a high-volume input & output setting. and; An automated medicines management systems for the safe and secure automated dispensing at the point of care. An Automated Medication Dispensing Cabinet system supports decentralized medication management with various features for safety and efficiency. The system helps accurately dispense medication, while supporting pharmacy workflows. The duration of the framework will be two (2) years, with the option of extending for up to twenty four (24) months. TERMS AND CONDITIONS / ACTIVITY BASED INCOME (ABI) The terms and conditions of this framework agreement and any resulting call-off contract is appended to the ITT. These terms include provisions requiring the payment by the supplier of an ABI management charge in consideration of the award of this framework agreement, the management and administration by HTE of the overall contract structure and associated documentation, as well as the requirement to submit regular management information to HTE. SUBMISSION OF EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST AND PROCUREMENT INFORMATION This exercise will be conducted on the HTE Bravo portal. Candidates wishing to be considered must register expressions of interest as follows: Register onthe HTE portal at https://healthtrusteurope.bravosolution.co.uk. Login to the portalwith username/password. Click the SQs/ITTs Open to All Suppliers link. These arethe SQs/ITTs open to any registered supplier. Click on the relevant SQ/ ITT to accessthe content. 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Pleasenote that sid4gov does not prepopulate any fields of the SQ on HTE's B ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6c89f64-7355-430e-ade6-af57d120716e | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Dec 2017 | | Submission deadline | 30 Aug 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 17 Nov 2017 | | Contract period | 15 Dec 2017 - 14 Dec 2019 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | HEALTHTRUST EUROPE LLP (HTE) ACTING AS AGENT FOR THE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF COVENTRY AND WARWICKSHIRE NHS TRUST ("UHCW") | | Locality | EDGBASTON, BIRMINGHAM | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B15 1NU | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Edgbaston | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 4 | | Supplier names | BECTON DICKINSON DISPENSING; OMNICELL; RDP GROUP (UK; SUPPLY POINT SYSTEMS (PART OF MEDIWELL SYSTEMS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems ### Codes - 48921000 - Automation system ## Release History - 18 Dec 2017 at 09:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6c89f64-7355-430e-ade6-af57d120716e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6c89f64-7355-430e-ade6-af57d120716e 18th December 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://healthtrusteurope.bravosolution.co.uk Link to eSourcing Portal ## Notice URLs - http://www.healthtrusteurope.com - https://sid4gov.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/organisation/register ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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