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title: "De-risking the Uk's antibiotic supply chain 2026"
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# De-risking the Uk's antibiotic supply chain 2026

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (LONDON)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d72af3a6-304b-4931-8be6-791883acc5d1

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "De-risking the UK’s antibiotic supply chain 2026" was managed by the Department of Health and Social Care, located in London, UK. This initiative focuses on market research services, particularly examining the resilience and vulnerabilities of the antibiotic supply chain in the UK. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, which culminated in an award stage as of 21st January 2026. The active contract, valued at £80,000, is set for completion by 31st March 2026, with an option for extension up to three further months. The involved parties are encouraged to deliver items to Victoria Street, London, with a postal code of SW1H 0EU.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in market research and supply chain analysis, particularly those classified as small to medium enterprises (SMEs). As the project pertains to enhancing the robustness of critical healthcare supplies, firms with expertise in analysing supply chain risks, especially within the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors, are well-positioned to benefit. The project offers not only a potential revenue stream but also the chance to contribute to a strategically important national initiative, making it ideal for companies aiming to expand their portfolio within public sector contracts.

## Notice

Research and insight report on the antibiotic supply chain resilience in the UK. The report will provide insight into antibiotic supply chains, with particular attention to vulnerabilities arising from concentrated production in high dependency countries. Contract initial term is up to 31/03/2026 with option to extend for further period or periods up to 3 months. Value PS80,000 excluding VAT

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b979d05-027d-4606-85d6-e4abb21a5b00 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 21 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £80,000 |
| 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 (LONDON) |
| 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 | RAND EUROPE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79310000 - Market research services

## Release History

- 21 Jan 2026 at 14:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b979d05-027d-4606-85d6-e4abb21a5b00

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b979d05-027d-4606-85d6-e4abb21a5b00
  21st January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/60e5bb8f-338d-4024-abdf-b88f69c84e5f
  C414544_De-risking the Uk's antibiotic supply chain 26_signedREDACTED

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