---
title: "Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) Supplies and Distribution"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04afe2"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THURROCK COUNCIL"
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# Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) Supplies and Distribution

Buyer: THURROCK COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04afe2

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## Summary

Thurrock Council has recently completed the procurement process for the supply and distribution of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) products under the contract ID PS/2023/168. The procurement pertains to goods, specifically nicotine substitutes, with the aim to supply NRT products to clients of the Thurrock Stop Smoking Service. The contract, which is valued at £307,907.75, covers a three-year period with an option to extend for an additional two years. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, and key dates included the tender end date on 22 November 2024, with the contract signed on 20 December 2024. MK Medicals (UK) Ltd was awarded the contract, and they are responsible for implementing a streamlined purchasing portal for NRT products prescribed by NHS Smoking Cessation Advisors.

This tender offers significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs involved in the healthcare supply chain. Companies that specialise in pharmaceutical goods, particularly nicotine substitutes, and have robust distribution networks are well-suited to this procurement. The contract not only ensures a steady revenue stream over the term but also enhances the supplier's portfolio by partnering with a public health initiative. The focus on an electronic purchasing portal opens avenues for technological solutions providers and logistics firms experienced in handling sensitive medical supplies.

## Notice

The Council's requirement under this Contract is for the direct supply of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) supplies and distribution to Thurrock Stop Smoking Service clients. The Contractor will provide a streamlined purchasing portal to facilitate the purchasing of NRT products prescribed by NHS Smoking Cessation Advisors and distribute items directly to individuals. Further information can be found in the specification.Please note, the estimated contract value incldues the extension option (the contract is for three years with the option to extend by a further two years)

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Council's requirement under this Contract is for the direct supply of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) supplies and distribution to Thurrock Stop Smoking Service clients. The Contractor will provide a streamlined purchasing portal to facilitate the purchasing of NRT products prescribed by NHS Smoking Cessation Advisors and distribute items directly to individuals. Further information can be found in the specification. Additional information: The estimated contract vaue is over the full contract term (3 years + 2 years)

Renewal: There is a two year extension option

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041250-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Either in three years, four years or five years, depending on whether the extensions are taken. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £307,907 |
| Lots value | £307,907 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £307,907 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THURROCK COUNCIL |
| Locality | GRAYS |
| Post town | Romford |
| Postcode | RM17 6SL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH32 Thurrock |
| Local authority | Thurrock |
| Electoral ward | Grays Riverside |
| Westminster constituency | Thurrock |
| Delivery location | TLH32 Thurrock |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MK MEDICALS (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33693200 - Nicotine substitutes

## Release History

- 20 Dec 2024 at 15:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041250-2024
- 22 Oct 2024 at 06:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034044-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.thurrock.gov.uk
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/thurrockcouncil/aspx/Home
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/thurrockcouncil/aspx/ProjectManage/1591

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