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title: "Framework Agreement for the Transport of Medicines from NHS Hospital to Patients"
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# Framework Agreement for the Transport of Medicines from NHS Hospital to Patients

Buyer: NHS LONDON PROCUREMENT PARTNERSHIP  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1d55e476-8c5b-4602-8644-cd089b5686fa

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## Summary

The NHS London Procurement Partnership is inviting tenders for a Framework Agreement concerning the Transport of Medicines from NHS Hospitals to Patients. This procurement process, classified under the "Courier services" industry, is currently in the Tender stage. The tender period will conclude on 14th August 2021, while the contract period is expected to commence on 29th September 2021 and continue until 28th September 2023. The procurement method is open, allowing for inclusive participation, and the delivery addresses are centred in London, specifically the SE1 4YB postal code.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in logistics and courier services, particularly those with capabilities in handling sensitive medical deliveries. Companies that possess or are willing to obtain the necessary licenses for transporting controlled substances will be especially well-suited for this contract. As the Framework includes three distinct lots, businesses of varying sizes, including SMEs, can find suitable bidding opportunities that align with their service offerings and compliance capabilities.

## Notice

NHS London Procurement Partnership (NHS LPP) (hosted by Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust) are procuring a Framework Agreement for the provision of medicine courier services from London NHS Trusts for delivery direct to Patients. The Framework will be split into three Lots: (1) Standard Medicine Courier Services (2) Medicine Courier Services requiring MHRA Wholesale Dealers License WDA(H) (3) Medicine Courier Services requiring MHRA Wholesale Dealers License WDA(H) & Home Office License to transport Controlled Drugs (CDs). Go to https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome to access the tender pack and to bid on this opportunity. Bidders must hold (or register for) a Atamis Supplier login account. Call-Off Contracts can be awarded by Participating Authorities by either Direct Award or Further Competition (details included in tender pack)LPP Contract Reference: LPP/2021/003

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e696b93-5399-4e55-8aab-37d1b4e5ab6a |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Sep 2021 - 28 Sep 2023 |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS LONDON PROCUREMENT PARTNERSHIP |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 4YB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark |
| Local authority | Southwark |
| Electoral ward | Chaucer |
| Westminster constituency | Bermondsey and Old Southwark |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 60161000 - Parcel transport services
- 64120000 - Courier services
- 64121200 - Parcel delivery services

## Release History

- 16 Jul 2021 at 13:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e696b93-5399-4e55-8aab-37d1b4e5ab6a
- 14 Jul 2021 at 12:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61de4175-1de8-4d67-aa90-22a784e1275f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e696b93-5399-4e55-8aab-37d1b4e5ab6a
  16th July 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61de4175-1de8-4d67-aa90-22a784e1275f
  14th July 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome

## Provenance

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