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title: "Herpes zoster (shingles) vaccine"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE"
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# Herpes zoster (shingles) vaccine

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7d380e33-1783-4f23-b20d-7ef238504948

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## Summary

The Department of Health and Social Care is seeking suppliers for the procurement of herpes zoster (shingles) vaccines, with delivery requirements spanning from 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2022, and an option to extend the contract for an additional nine months. This tender falls under the goods category with a classification of vaccines, and the procurement method employed is a limited procedure, specifically a negotiated procedure without prior publication. The tender process concluded on 29 October 2020, with the award date being 30 March 2021. The location for delivery is specified as the United Kingdom, with postal codes indicating delivery to RG1 7EB.

This procurement opportunity represents significant potential for businesses, particularly those involved in pharmaceutical manufacturing and supply. Companies that specialise in vaccine production, distribution, or related healthcare services would benefit from engaging in this tender process. With the awarded contract established with Merck Sharpe & Dohme (UK) Limited, there may be further opportunities for partnerships or sub-contracting for businesses looking to expand their footprint in the healthcare sector, especially in the supply of vital vaccines during this critical public health period.

## Notice

The supply of herpes zoster (shingles) vaccine, deliveries will be required from 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2022 Contract has the option to be extended up to an additional 9 months Value - this information is considered by the supplier to be commercially sensitive information. The authority is not publishing the value so as not to prejudice the legitimate commercial interest of the supplier.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37551694-3667-4a8a-930b-730e011c7de2 |
| 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 | 30 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Oct 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1 |
| 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 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MERCK SHARPE & DOHME (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33651600 - Vaccines

## Release History

- 30 Apr 2021 at 10:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37551694-3667-4a8a-930b-730e011c7de2
- 30 Apr 2021 at 10:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdfe26c4-f456-4aad-ad8a-f0e0e38b02bc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37551694-3667-4a8a-930b-730e011c7de2
  30th April 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdfe26c4-f456-4aad-ad8a-f0e0e38b02bc
  30th April 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kViD/6vDf1yb177zIngLxBTdZhQyphc__zaYXaOgWnktA71E
  Award docs CM_PHV_20_698

## Provenance

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