---
title: "Smallpox Vaccine"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a250"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY"
published: "2026-05-22"
---

# Smallpox Vaccine

Buyer: SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a250

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## Summary

The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, through the UK Health Security Agency, is planning a procurement process for the acquisition of a smallpox vaccine, classified under the public authority central government. This tender, titled "Smallpox Vaccine," falls within the goods category, specifically under CPV code 33651600 for vaccines, and is currently in the planning stage as of 22 May 2026. The procurement process is initiated as a tender, with a related lot set to commence on 11 January 2027 and conclude on 10 January 2031. The anticipated communication for future notices is scheduled for 27 July 2026. The agency is located at 10 South Colonnade, London, and any inquiries can be directed to procurementnotices@ukhsa.gov.uk.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for pharmaceutical companies specialising in vaccine production to expand their business by securing a long-term government contract. Companies with experience in manufacturing and distributing vaccines at a large scale are ideal candidates to compete in this process. The planned contract period indicates a stable supply and demand scenario, offering several years of business continuity for successful bidders. Engaging in this tender could enhance a company's reputation in the healthcare industry within the United Kingdom.

## Notice

Vaccine for prevention of Smallpox

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048301-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 27 Jul 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 11 Jan 2027 - 10 Jan 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33651600 - Vaccines

## Release History

- 22 May 2026 at 18:24 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048301-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048301-2026
  22nd May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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