---
title: "Pharmacy Automated Solutions"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06766b"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HEALTHTRUST EUROPE LLP (HTE) ACTING ON BEHALF OF MID & SOUTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-03-27"
---

# Pharmacy Automated Solutions

Buyer: HEALTHTRUST EUROPE LLP (HTE) ACTING ON BEHALF OF MID & SOUTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06766b

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Pharmacy Automated Solutions" is an active initiative overseen by HealthTrust Europe LLP on behalf of Mid & South Essex NHS Foundation Trust. This process pertains to the automation system industry, specifically supplying robotics and automated equipment for pharmacies and wards across the UK. Notably, the procurement involves several lots, including automated dispensing systems and point-of-care solutions. Currently in the award stage, the contract has been updated as of 27 March 2026, with relevant suppliers like AEA SRL and ARX Ltd, participating. The contract period spans 360 days, and its total value is £170 million GBP, with an extension rationale aligned with regulatory compliance.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities, especially for SMEs specialised in healthcare automation solutions. Companies proficient in pharmacy automated dispensing systems, aseptic compounding, and related services can expect to benefit. The participation in a framework agreement opens avenues for long-term partnerships with the NHS, fostering innovation in medical technology. With multiple lots catering to different aspects of pharmaceutical automation, businesses with varied expertise have the opportunity to contribute to and enhance the efficiency of healthcare operations in the UK.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Framework Agreement supplies Pharmacy Automated Solutions, which includes robotics and automated equipment suitable for ward use and pharmacies. The framework agreement has nine lots: Lot 1 - Pharmacy Automated Dispensing System Lot 2- Ward Based Automated Medication Dispensing Cabinets Lot 2A - Pharmacy and Ward Based Automated Collection Units Lot 3 - Automated Pharmacy Packaging Solutions Lot 4 - Point of Care Dispensing Solution Hardware Lot 5A - Robotic Aseptic Compounding System Lot 5B - Automated Aseptic Medical Software and Tracking Systems Lot 5C - Aseptic Cabinets/Isolators

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028473-2026 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £170,000,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HEALTHTRUST EUROPE LLP (HTE) ACTING ON BEHALF OF MID & SOUTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | EDGBASTON, BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | N/A |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 7 |
| Supplier names | AEA; ARX; AVANTEC HEALTHCARE; ENVAIR; GPI; MEDICINE COLLECTION LIMITED (T/A MEDPOINT; MEDIWELL SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48921000 - Automation system

## Release History

- 27 Mar 2026 at 12:14 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028473-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.avantec.uk.com
- http://www.bd.com
- http://www.loccioni.com
- http://www.mediwell.co.uk
- http://www.medpointuk.com
- https://envairtechnology.com/
- https://healthtrusteurope.ukp.app.jaggaer.com
- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:322234-2020:TEXT:EN:HTML

## Provenance

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