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title: "Pharmacy Automated Solutions 2021"
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buyer: "HEALTHTRUST EUROPE LLP (HTE) ACTING AS AGENT FOR THE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF COVENTRY AND WARWICKSHIRE NHS TRUST (\"UHCW\")"
published: "2021-12-15"
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# Pharmacy Automated Solutions 2021

Buyer: HEALTHTRUST EUROPE LLP (HTE) ACTING AS AGENT FOR THE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF COVENTRY AND WARWICKSHIRE NHS TRUST ("UHCW")  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1e354d1b-a32f-4bf7-8917-8cf6f5805b51

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Pharmacy Automated Solutions 2021" is initiated by HealthTrust Europe LLP (HTE), acting on behalf of the University Hospitals of Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust. This open tender, classified under the automation system category, has a total value of £170 million and is set to establish a Framework Agreement for the supply of pharmacy automated solutions, including various robotic and automated equipment. The tender period concludes on 31 January 2022, with a contract duration starting from 1 April 2022 and potentially extending until 31 March 2024. The delivery addresses encompass locations within the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories among others.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in automation and pharmaceutical technology. Companies that manufacture or provide automated dispensing systems, robotic medical software, and related solutions would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Given the substantial value and the framework's potential duration, this is a prime opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to engage with the healthcare sector and contribute innovative solutions that enhance pharmacy operations and patient care.

## Notice

The Tender is to establish a Framework Agreement for the supply of Pharmacy Automated Solutions, which includes robotics and automated equipment suitable for ward use and pharmacies. The framework agreement has nine lots: Lot 1 - Pharmacy Automated Dispensing System Lot 2- Ward Based Automated Medication Dispensing Cabinets Lot 2A - Pharmacy and Ward Based Automated Collection Units Lot 3 - Automated Pharmacy Packaging Solutions Lot 4 - Point of Care Dispensing Solution Hardware Lot 5A - Robotic Aseptic Compounding System Lot 5B - Automated Aseptic Medical Software and Tracking Systems Lot 5C - Aseptic Cabinets/Isolators The duration of the Framework Agreement will be 4 years maximum, 2 years initial period, with the option to extend for up to 48 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/763b3dfa-ed99-4fba-905a-4c3a539a7be4 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 15 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £170,000,000 |
| 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 | HEALTHTRUST EUROPE LLP (HTE) ACTING AS AGENT FOR THE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF COVENTRY AND WARWICKSHIRE NHS TRUST ("UHCW") |
| Locality | 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48921000 - Automation system

## Release History

- 15 Dec 2021 at 15:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/763b3dfa-ed99-4fba-905a-4c3a539a7be4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/763b3dfa-ed99-4fba-905a-4c3a539a7be4
  15th December 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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