---
title: "Contract for the supply of anti malarials and antiretrovirals_356"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE"
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# Contract for the supply of anti malarials and antiretrovirals_356

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9c12bba1-f7de-43d1-a971-be59817b599f

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## Summary

The Department of Health and Social Care is seeking suppliers for a contract titled "Contract for the supply of anti malarials and antiretrovirals" focusing on securing hydroxychloroquine tablets for Covid-19 treatment trials. This procurement operates under the limited method, specifically a negotiated procedure without prior publication, and carries a total value of £832,200. The tender period concluded on 4th March 2020, while the contract was awarded on 11th March 2020, with an active contract period ending on 30th April 2020. Deliveries are expected across various locations, including the United Kingdom and overseas territories.

This tender presents an opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the pharmaceutical sector to engage with the public health market, particularly those specialising in rapid supply and distribution of medical products. Businesses that can ensure swift fulfilment of contract requirements will be well-positioned to compete, especially in situations requiring urgent medical supplies during public health emergencies.

## Notice

A requirement to secure hydroxychloroquine tablets for trials for treatments for Covid-19. Urgent delivery required of available stocks.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e0319897-8c83-4600-80f9-0debe4bb68c0 |
| 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 | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Mar 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Mar 2020 |
| Contract period | 11 Mar 2020 - 30 Apr 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £832,200 |
| 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 | 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 | TLL Wales, TLM Scotland, TLN Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ZENTIVA PHARMA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

## Release History

- 5 May 2020 at 11:05 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e0319897-8c83-4600-80f9-0debe4bb68c0
- 29 Apr 2020 at 14:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e0319897-8c83-4600-80f9-0debe4bb68c0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e0319897-8c83-4600-80f9-0debe4bb68c0
  5th May 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/20f359b6-17d9-4be9-ab60-b9dbec63c935
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f29c321f-1e21-4fa5-9e71-90b674861a7b
  n/a

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