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title: "Supply of Personal Protective Equipment for Healthcare Workers for the Care of Patients with Suspected or Confirmed Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)"
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# Supply of Personal Protective Equipment for Healthcare Workers for the Care of Patients with Suspected or Confirmed Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3fae74b3-8093-4af0-978b-005db6a4941a

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## Summary

The procurement process for the supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for healthcare workers has recently concluded, facilitated by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) based in London. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on garments for biological or chemical protection. The contract, valued at £20,880, was awarded on 2nd March 2021, with the tender period concluding on 1st April 2020, and the contract period running from 8th April 2020 to 22nd May 2020. The procurement method used was a limited negotiated procedure without prior publication, aimed at a swift resolution due to the pressing nature of the COVID-19 crisis.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses in the healthcare and personal protective equipment sectors, particularly for those capable of supplying high-quality safety spectacles tailored for infection control. Manufacturers and suppliers who hold expertise in producing protective gear for medical personnel would be well-suited to compete, especially those prepared to meet strict regulatory standards and timelines associated with emergency supplies. Engaging in similar tenders can enhance a business's portfolio and credibility within the healthcare industry, potentially leading to further contracts as demand for protective equipment continues amidst health crises.

## Notice

The Department of Health and Social Care (the "Authority") has awarded a contract to Bunzl Healthcare for the supply of Personal Protective Equipment (safety spectacles) to protect Health and Care workers for contracting the Covid 19 disease.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d4a72f0-a7c5-4d69-8708-20fa0b477c2d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | 7 Apr 2020 - 22 May 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,880 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £20,880 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC) |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 0EU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BUNZL HEALTHCARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35113410 - Garments for biological or chemical protection

## Release History

- 8 Mar 2021 at 15:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d4a72f0-a7c5-4d69-8708-20fa0b477c2d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d4a72f0-a7c5-4d69-8708-20fa0b477c2d
  8th March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kHf9/nad1xJk3TlDrahJrtfrPGKwhHL_jkpZeYRdW_dE9CWg
  Terms&Conditions
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kHf4/qZRKbikbFpEVYuK9U5wAfHTAHTiRtOppAQ9b_.ec3iU
  Annex D1

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