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title: "Isotonic Tablets"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2a9b7208-9a1e-49e1-b5dd-f07019646778"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "FOODBUY EUROPE LIMITED"
published: "2019-11-25"
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# Isotonic Tablets

Buyer: FOODBUY EUROPE LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2a9b7208-9a1e-49e1-b5dd-f07019646778

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## Summary

The procurement process involves FOODBUY EUROPE LIMITED, which is established as the buyer for the supply of Isotonic Tablets. This framework agreement falls under the goods category relevant to the healthcare industry, particularly aimed at the NHS blood transfusion group and associated trusts. The active contract, valued at approximately £700,000 for a potential term of up to 48 months, began on 28th October 2019. The initial contract period is set to last for 24 months with a possible extension. The tender was published on 6th September 2019, and it was open until 23rd September 2019, allowing suppliers to submit their bids in response to an open competitive process.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for SMEs and voluntary and community sector enterprises, especially those involved in the supply of healthcare goods. Businesses that specialise in pharmaceuticals or dietary supplements, particularly those with experience in supplying NHS clients, would be well-positioned to leverage this framework. The anticipated business volume, which reflects the historical demand and forecasted growth within the healthcare sector, may enable suppliers to secure long-term contracts, thereby enhancing their market presence and contributing to overall business growth.

## Notice

NHS Supply Chain: Food seeked to establish a non-exclusive framework agreement for the supply to the blood transfusion group and trusts within the NHS (the Customer(s)). via the e-Direct Route of the supply of Isotonic tablets. The framework agreement will have an initial term of 24 months with an option to extend incrementally for up to a further 24 months. This lot will consist of 1 product, Isotonic tablets. It is anticipated that in the first 12 months the value of the framework agreement will be in the region of 175 000 GBP. For the full 48 month term (if extended) the anticipated value of the framework agreement will be in the region of 700 000 GBP. These values are approximate only and are based on the most recent historical usage information from the blood transfusion group, with a forecasted level of growth. The values provided are for guidance only and are not a guarantee of business.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e9edb2c-f7d5-4dcb-9134-3f38124ad3b7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Nov 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Oct 2019 |
| Contract period | 28 Oct 2019 - 27 Oct 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £700,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £700,000 |
| 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 | FOODBUY EUROPE LIMITED |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B45 9PZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Rubery & Rednal |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Northfield |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MY GOODNESS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33616000 - Vitamins

## Release History

- 25 Nov 2019 at 14:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e9edb2c-f7d5-4dcb-9134-3f38124ad3b7
- 6 Sep 2019 at 15:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0d5e9af-85cf-4ae3-953c-03b9b5cb1a74

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e9edb2c-f7d5-4dcb-9134-3f38124ad3b7
  25th November 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0d5e9af-85cf-4ae3-953c-03b9b5cb1a74
  6th September 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2980cab7-61d6-4d78-9d12-5f6b0226531f
  Contract Notice
- http://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:419167-2019:TEXT:EN:HTML
  Contract Notice TED
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/20a9ebd6-2125-4669-8993-d7025043f485
  Contract Award Notice TED
- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:532298-2019:TEXT:EN:HTML
  Contract Award Notice

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