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title: "Central procurement of Vitamin D food supplements-CEV"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC)"
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# Central procurement of Vitamin D food supplements-CEV

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ea4840ef-fc76-4d66-9401-b064fc8f7b40

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## Summary

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) is currently undertaking an open procurement process for the central procurement of Vitamin D food supplements, essential for maintaining healthy bones and muscles, particularly during the autumn and winter months. The tender was published on 30th November 2020 and is focused on supplying these supplements to vulnerable groups in the United Kingdom to address health needs exacerbated by increased indoor activity. The contract has a total estimated value of £524,400 and is expected to commence on 30th November 2020, concluding on 15th December 2020. The procurement method is open, allowing for a wide range of suppliers to participate in the tendering process.

This opportunity presents a significant chance for businesses, particularly those within the health and nutrition sector, to contribute to public health initiatives by supplying Vitamin D supplements. Businesses that specialise in nutritional products, pharmaceuticals, or food manufacturing would find this tender particularly relevant, enabling them to expand their market reach by partnering with a leading public authority. The urgent nature of this procurement, due to the winter health concerns, may encourage suppliers to present competitive and timely solutions that meet the specified requirements.

## Notice

Vitamin D is needed for healthy bones and muscles and during autumn and winter, everyone is advised to take a vitamin D supplement of 10 micrograms. DHSC wishes to procure vitamin D for vulnerable population groups. This is because they may have been indoors more than usual this year and therefore it is even more important to take a vitamin D supplement as we go into the winter months to protect musculoskeletal health. This procurement will concern the supply, of vitamin D to vulnerable groups. If you are interested in the opportunity please access the documents via the Atamis portal.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fddc8039-f53b-4ea9-9fe4-7bfdf2b29602 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Nov 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Nov 2020 - 15 Dec 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £524,400 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC) |
| Locality | WESTMINSTER |
| 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33616000 - Vitamins

## Release History

- 30 Nov 2020 at 21:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fddc8039-f53b-4ea9-9fe4-7bfdf2b29602

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fddc8039-f53b-4ea9-9fe4-7bfdf2b29602
  30th November 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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