--- title: "Pharmacy Services Framework" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-27b347ef-f9f2-4b88-8601-39c1841c56c9" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-27b347ef-f9f2-4b88-8601-39c1841c56c9" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-27b347ef-f9f2-4b88-8601-39c1841c56c9.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-27b347ef-f9f2-4b88-8601-39c1841c56c9.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2024-01-24" --- # Pharmacy Services Framework Buyer: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-27b347ef-f9f2-4b88-8601-39c1841c56c9 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-27b347ef-f9f2-4b88-8601-39c1841c56c9) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-27b347ef-f9f2-4b88-8601-39c1841c56c9.json) ## Summary The Leicestershire County Council and Rutland County Council have issued a tender for a Pharmacy Services Framework, aiming to consolidate services such as flu vaccinations, emergency hormonal contraception, and nicotine replacement therapy. The tender, with a value of £800,000 GBP, is currently in the open procedure stage, with a tender period ending on 10th November 2023. The contract period is expected to start on 1st January 2024 and end on 31st December 2024. This opportunity is in the services sector and presents a chance for pharmacy service providers to partner with the councils and deliver high-quality services to benefit the Leicestershire and Rutland communities. The tender by Leicestershire County Council involves the procurement of Pharmacy Services Framework consisting of flu vaccinations, emergency hormonal contraception, and nicotine replacement therapy. The councils seek proposals from businesses to provide these services with a particular focus on safety, professionalism, and community benefit. With a value of £800,000 GBP, this open procedure tender presents a suitable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the health and social work services industry. The deadline for submitting proposals is 10th November 2023, and the contract period for the selected provider will span from 1st January 2024 to 31st December 2024, providing a defined project timeline for interested businesses. ## Notice Leicestershire County Council invites pharmacy service providers to submit proposals for the establishment of a comprehensive Pharmacy Services Framework. This Framework is being re-opened and aims to consolidate three key services: Lot 1: Flu Vaccinations for Council Staff: - Provide seasonal flu vaccination services for Leicestershire County Council staff. - Ensure timely and efficient delivery of vaccinations during flu season. - Maintain the highest standards of safety and professionalism. Lot 2: Emergency Hormonal Contraception (EHC): - Offer accessible and confidential emergency hormonal contraception services. - Provide expert guidance and support to individuals in need of these services. - Emphasise discretion and sensitivity in service delivery. Lot 3: Nicotine Replacement Therapy: - Deliver evidence-based nicotine replacement therapy to support smoking cessation. - Promote a smoke-free environment by assisting individuals in their journey to quit smoking. - Ensure the availability of a range of NRT products and tailored cessation plans. We look forward to receiving your proposals and partnering with you to deliver high-quality pharmacy services that benefit the community of Leicestershire. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c1f6641-dbe1-46f0-aafb-3876dbc80e21 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | 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 | 24 Jan 2024 | | Submission deadline | 9 Feb 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £800,000 | | 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 | LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | LEICESTER | | Post town | Leicester | | Postcode | LE3 8RA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire | | ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland | | Local authority | Blaby | | Electoral ward | Glenfield Faire | | Westminster constituency | Mid Leicestershire | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85149000 - Pharmacy services ## Release History - 24 Jan 2024 at 14:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c1f6641-dbe1-46f0-aafb-3876dbc80e21 - 11 Oct 2023 at 15:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c494b1a6-aeb4-49a1-97cb-af88370bf128 - 11 Oct 2023 at 15:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9089aa48-986b-453e-b483-a420d340b1f3 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c1f6641-dbe1-46f0-aafb-3876dbc80e21 24th January 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c494b1a6-aeb4-49a1-97cb-af88370bf128 11th October 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9089aa48-986b-453e-b483-a420d340b1f3 11th October 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=99bf1d4e-baba-ee11-8127-005056b64545 Advert ## Notice URLs - https://www.eastmidstenders.org/index.html ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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