--- title: "Rabies Vaccine Response" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-056c28" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-056c28" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-056c28.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-056c28.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY" published: "2026-02-25" --- # Rabies Vaccine Response Buyer: SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-056c28 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-056c28) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-056c28.json) ## Summary The procurement process for the "Rabies Vaccine Response" was initiated by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, acting through the UK Health Security Agency, headquartered in London, UK. This tender, related to the goods category specifically focusing on vaccines, involved a direct award to Bavarian Nordic A/S, a large-scale supplier based in Denmark. The contract was awarded on 5th September 2025 following a planning stage and runs from 1st September 2025 until 1st February 2026. This direct procurement method was chosen due to an urgent requirement to replenish stockpiles, ensuring readiness for immediate vaccine deployment. The contract’s legal basis is tied to the UK Parliaments 2023/54 legislation. This contract presents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the pharmaceutical and vaccine supply chain sectors. Companies providing related goods or services that are capable of meeting stringent regulatory requirements and urgent supply timelines are particularly well-suited to engage in similar procurement processes. The contract’s emphasis on rapid delivery and compliance with licensing suggests further potential prospects for firms that can align with such critical healthcare needs. With the possibility of regular reporting obligations, businesses capable of delivering comprehensive management and compliance documentation could leverage this procurement to enhance their reputation and market presence within the national health service frameworks. ## Notice The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has establish a contract with Bavarian Nordic A/S for the provision of Rabies Vaccine Response. ### Planning Information Following a comprehensive market assessment, the UK Health Security Agency held two market engagement sessions with suppliers to assess their ability to meet the clinical and technical requirements for the Rabies vaccine response. These sessions focused on key areas including volumes, product shelf life, delivery timelines, and supply chain compliance. ### Procurement Information Urgent requirement for stock replenishment to maintain stockpile levels. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016781-2026 | | Notice type | UK11 - Contract Termination Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Direct | | Procurement method details | Direct award | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Planning, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 25 Feb 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 15 Sep 2025 | | Award date | 19 Aug 2025 | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 1 Feb 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £1 | | Contracts value | £1 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Terminated | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY | | Additional buyers | Missing; UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | East London | | Postcode | E14 4PU | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets | | Local authority | Tower Hamlets | | Electoral ward | Canary Wharf | | Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | BAVARIAN NORDIC | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33651600 - Vaccines ## Release History - 25 Feb 2026 at 11:01 - ContractTermination - UK11 - Contract Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016781-2026 - 5 Sep 2025 at 08:54 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054144-2025 - 29 Aug 2025 at 09:47 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052325-2025 - 29 Aug 2025 at 09:28 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052307-2025 - 4 Aug 2025 at 10:54 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045591-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016781-2026 25th February 2026 - Contract termination notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054144-2025 5th September 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052325-2025 29th August 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052307-2025 29th August 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045591-2025 4th August 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.bavarian-nordic.com/ - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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