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title: "Herpes zoster (shingles) vaccines purchased, held centrally and distributed by the Department of Health in support of the immunisation programme"
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# Herpes zoster (shingles) vaccines purchased, held centrally and distributed by the Department of Health in support of the immunisation programme

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c34fe053-e22b-40dc-8911-6162f02fb0e5

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## Summary

The Department of Health is planning a tender for the procurement of herpes zoster (shingles) vaccines, which will be held centrally and distributed in support of the immunisation programme. This opportunity falls within the healthcare industry, specifically classified under vaccines (CPV 33651600). The contract period is set to commence on 1 April 2021 and conclude on 31 March 2023. The procurement method is an open procedure, planned to be announced further on 15 June 2020. Interested parties should be aware that the budget for this process aligns with the financial year 2022/2023, although specific amounts are not disclosed.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engaged in the pharmaceuticals and healthcare sectors, particularly those specialising in vaccine production and distribution. Companies that possess expertise in vaccine supply chains or have a proven track record in health-related procurement will be well-suited to participate in this tender process. Engaging with this procurement could foster growth and establish valuable partnerships within the public health framework of the UK.

## Notice

Herpes zoster (shingles) vaccines purchased, held centrally and distributed by the Department of Health in support of the immunisation programme

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd984b17-adb4-4d03-81f0-c2700e841f65 |
| Notice type | Planned Procurement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 14 Jun 2020 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2023 |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH |
| 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33651600 - Vaccines

## Release History

- 21 May 2020 at 16:29 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd984b17-adb4-4d03-81f0-c2700e841f65
- 21 May 2020 at 16:28 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd984b17-adb4-4d03-81f0-c2700e841f65
- 1 Aug 2019 at 11:36 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd984b17-adb4-4d03-81f0-c2700e841f65
- 15 Aug 2017 at 11:33 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd984b17-adb4-4d03-81f0-c2700e841f65
- 15 Feb 2017 at 11:23 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd984b17-adb4-4d03-81f0-c2700e841f65
- 16 Jan 2017 at 14:09 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd984b17-adb4-4d03-81f0-c2700e841f65

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd984b17-adb4-4d03-81f0-c2700e841f65
  11th June 2020 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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