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title: "Provision of antiviral medication through NHS community pharmacy providers"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06921f"
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# Provision of antiviral medication through NHS community pharmacy providers

Buyer: NHS SURREY AND SUSSEX INTEGRATED CARE BOARD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06921f

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## Summary

The NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board has completed the procurement process for the provision of antiviral medication through community pharmacy providers to treat influenza-like illnesses. This tender, operating under the Provider Selection Regime and not subject to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, focuses on pharmacy services, specifically targeting the Surrey Heartlands area. The procurement method was limited, with the contract term covering from 1st April 2026 to 31st October 2027. The overall contract has been awarded to Ricky's Pharmacy with a value of £1,500 over 18 months, additional fees apply for specific services like call-outs and deliveries. The decision was influenced by criteria related to integration, collaboration, health inequalities reduction, quality and innovation, value, and social impacts, with a significant emphasis on improving access and reducing health inequalities. The award was finalised on 31st March 2026.

This contract presents valuable opportunities for businesses involved in pharmacy services, especially those capable of scaling operations during peak flu seasons or pandemics. Firms that specialize in community pharmacy services and can demonstrate strong collaborative links with primary care providers are well-positioned to benefit. The procurement is designed to foster healthier communities by providing timely access to antiviral medications, thereby reducing the burden on more costly healthcare services like GPs and A&E departments. Moreover, the contract encourages early intervention in the community setting, promoting sustainable local business growth and resilience. Companies aiming to expand in the health sector can leverage this procurement to enhance service delivery and build robust partnerships within the primary healthcare ecosystem.

## Notice

The provision of antiviral medication through community pharmacy provision within Surrey Heartlands ICB for the treatment of influenza-like illness. To reduce the risk of complications from and spread of influenza-like illness, and to optimise treatment use by providing safe access to treatment in a timely manner. CPV Code 85149000-5 - Pharmacy services, but not including community pharmacy services that are arranged under The National Health Service (Pharmaceutical and Local Pharmaceutical Services) Regulations 2013.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The provision of antiviral medication through community pharmacy provision within Surrey Heartlands ICB for the treatment of influenza-like illness. To reduce the risk of complications from and spread of influenza-like illness, and to optimise treatment use by providing safe access to treatment in a timely manner. The approximate lifetime value of the contract will be PS1,500 over an 18 month term, from 1st April 2026 until 31st October 2027. Further fees to be paid of PS52 per call-out, PS13 dispensing fee for antivirals dispensed, delivery fees of PS11.50 per delivery for deliveries within usual catchment area.

### Procurement Information

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) contract award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041372-2026 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Mar 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 | £1,500 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS SURREY AND SUSSEX INTEGRATED CARE BOARD |
| Locality | LEWES |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN7 2FZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Lewes |
| Electoral ward | Lewes Bridge |
| Westminster constituency | Lewes |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RICKY'S PHARMACY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85149000 - Pharmacy services

## Release History

- 6 May 2026 at 09:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041372-2026

## Notice URLs

- https://www.surreysussex.icb.nhs.uk/

## Provenance

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