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title: "De-risking the UK's antibiotic supply chain 2026"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060b17"
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# De-risking the UK's antibiotic supply chain 2026

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060b17

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## Summary

The Department of Health & Social Care in the United Kingdom conducted a public procurement process titled "De-risking the UK's antibiotic supply chain 2026," targeting the research and development consultancy services industry category. This process aimed at delivering research and insights into the antibiotic supply chain vulnerabilities, with a focus on those arising from concentrated production in dependency countries. The procurement, classified under the services category, culminated in the award phase on 21 January 2026, with a contract valued at £80,000 signed with RAND Europe. The limited procurement method did not require the prior publication of a call for competition, following a mini-competition under the Research and Insight DPS. Although the lots initially described in the tender were cancelled, the award effectively closed the procurement loop.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses seeking to engage in high-impact consultancy services within the healthcare sector. Particularly suitable for research firms and organisations specialising in supply chain analysis, the contract allows for engagement at a national level with the Department of Health & Social Care. SMEs, such as RAND Europe, who have the requisite capabilities, stood a good chance in the competitive process, demonstrating the accessibility of such contracts to smaller enterprises. The procurement process, awarding based on quality and value, indicates a focus on niche expertise, making it a fertile ground for specialised consultancies looking to expand their portfolios in public sector engagements.

## Notice

Delivery of research and insight into the UK's antibiotic supply chain with a final report. The report will provide insight into antibiotic supply chains, with particular attention to vulnerabilities arising from concentrated production in high dependency countries

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Delivery of research and insight into the UK's antibiotic supply chain with a final report. The report will provide insight into antibiotic supply chains, with particular attention to vulnerabilities arising from concentrated production in high dependency countries.

The contract initial term will end on 31/03/2026 however, there is an option to extend for a further period or periods up to 3 months. Additional information: The tenders were evaluation on 100% quality follow by a price per quality point assessment.

### Procurement Information

The contract was awarded following a mini-competition under the Research and Insight DPS, with all bidding suppliers meeting relevant criteria.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005297-2026 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £80,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE |
| 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 | TLI32 Westminster |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RAND EUROPE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 21 Jan 2026 at 13:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005297-2026

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-of-health-and-social-care

## Provenance

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