---
title: "Contract for the supply of rotavirus vaccine"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8f691830-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "COMMERCIAL MEDICINES UNIT"
published: "2016-12-22"
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# Contract for the supply of rotavirus vaccine

Buyer: COMMERCIAL MEDICINES UNIT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8f691830-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The COMMERCIAL MEDICINES UNIT, located in Runcorn, England, has awarded a contract for the supply of rotavirus vaccine as part of the national childhood immunisation programme. This tender was initiated using an open procurement method, with the contract period spanning from 1 June 2017 to 31 May 2019, and an option for a 24-month extension. The tender process concluded on 20 May 2016, with the contract award announced on 20 July 2016. The classification for this procurement falls under general anti-infectives for systemic use and vaccines.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the pharmaceutical and medical supply sectors, particularly those focusing on vaccines and immunisation supplies. Companies with capabilities in vaccine distribution, regulatory compliance, and healthcare logistics would be well-positioned to compete for similar future tenders. Given the scale and importance of childhood vaccines, businesses that can demonstrate quality, reliability, and value in their offerings may find significant growth opportunities in public procurement within this industry.

## Notice

The provision of rotavirus vaccine to be used as part of the national childhood immunisation programme, deliveries will be required from 1 June 2017 to 31 May 2019, with an option to extend for up to an additional 24 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/602ed96d-bbaa-4c59-af62-bae287c9a521 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Dec 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 20 May 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Jul 2016 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2017 - 31 May 2019 |
| 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 | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GLAXOSMITHKLINE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33651000 - General anti-infectives for systemic use and vaccines

## Release History

- 22 Dec 2016 at 11:21 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/602ed96d-bbaa-4c59-af62-bae287c9a521
- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/602ed96d-bbaa-4c59-af62-bae287c9a521

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/602ed96d-bbaa-4c59-af62-bae287c9a521
  22nd December 2016 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4bc2b4e6-d8f4-45f3-b915-3bf37ab0598b
  Contract for the supply of rotavirus vaccine_ITO documents
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9c83840c-aff6-460f-8f4a-33f54062e546
  PDF published OJEU notice CM/PHV/13/5409
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/b0675a31-58e2-43eb-892d-86cd6e6563c9
  Award information
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/63d36a64-1ae0-48aa-9cab-c906212014e5
  Contract for the supply of rotavirus vaccine_ITO documents
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0d090402-a6c5-46a7-a6f1-ebf5626683cf
  PDF published OJEU notice CM/PHV/13/5409
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fcd69d58-5306-43b8-9d6e-3f9b730c4a6f
  AWARD DOCUMENTS_CM/PHV/13/5409

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