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title: "Antivirals for use in an influenza pandemic, or wide scale epidemic"
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# Antivirals for use in an influenza pandemic, or wide scale epidemic

Buyer: COMMERCIAL MEDICINES UNIT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-39a3a711-fd1d-4f37-86e0-7a58793b2e18

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## Summary

The Commercial Medicines Unit is issuing a tender for the procurement of antivirals intended for use during an influenza pandemic or widespread epidemic. This procurement process is classified within the goods category and involves the delivery of products to various locations, including the United Kingdom and overseas territories. The tender period ends on 10th November 2017, with the contract scheduled to commence on 20th November 2018 and last for three years, potentially extendable by up to three additional 12-month periods. The procurement method employed for this initiative is classified as "Other".

This tender represents a significant opportunity for pharmaceutical companies and suppliers specialising in antiviral products to expand their market presence, particularly those capable of delivering large quantities suitable for stockpiling. Businesses focused on public health and emergency medical supplies may find this tender particularly advantageous, as it seeks to establish a robust supply chain for critical healthcare requirements during times of crisis.

## Notice

This procurement exercise may result in one or more contracts for the provision of antivirals for use in an influenza pandemic, or a wide scale epidemic. The Authority will use any resulting contracts to maintain astockpile of products in the range of 23-38m treatment courses across all 4 lots. The period of the contract is for three years with up to three 12 month extension options. The contract start/end date within this notice is a guide only.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57c7c966-bc38-40fc-b36f-ceb470ed9e89 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Oct 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Nov 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Nov 2018 - 19 Nov 2021 |
| 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 | COMMERCIAL MEDICINES UNIT |
| Locality | RUNCORN |
| Post town | Warrington |
| Postcode | WA7 2ES |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD71 East Merseyside |
| Local authority | Halton |
| Electoral ward | Halton Lea |
| Westminster constituency | Runcorn and Helsby |
| Delivery location | TLL Wales, TLM Scotland, TLN Northern Ireland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33651400 - Antivirals for systemic use

## Release History

- 13 Oct 2017 at 09:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57c7c966-bc38-40fc-b36f-ceb470ed9e89

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57c7c966-bc38-40fc-b36f-ceb470ed9e89
  13th October 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/003a9709-5ec7-4512-96db-6a189e97102f
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7cd33de0-afdb-4661-a993-99aee0839c0a
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4885c2bb-24fc-48ae-b8c3-cd71a1de43c9
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f21efc72-255f-4836-a71a-b5c36b79a7b7
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- https://cmu.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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