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title: "Storage and Distribution of Seasonal Influenza Vaccine"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000600126"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (\"NSS\")"
published: "2020-06-05"
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# Storage and Distribution of Seasonal Influenza Vaccine

Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000600126

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by The Common Services Agency, known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), for the title "Storage and Distribution of Seasonal Influenza Vaccine." This project falls within the health industry category, specifically classified under CPV code 63120000. Located in Edinburgh, the procurement is currently in the award stage, with the contract signed on 2nd June 2020, valued at £1,160,000 for an initial duration of 24 months, with an option for extension. The procurement method used is an open procedure, and the timeline for the tender process is vital for prospective suppliers.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the logistics and supply chain sectors, particularly those capable of handling pharmaceutical products. Companies with experience in storage and distribution services, especially those certified in relevant quality and regulatory standards, will be well-suited to compete. The framework agreement allows for efficient management of vaccine distribution across multiple NHS delivery sites, creating additional contracting opportunities as demand for health services evolves.

## Notice

This Framework Agreement is for the receipt, storage and distribution of seasonal influenza vaccines to GP practices, social care premises, vaccine holding centres and community pharmacies across NHSScotland.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This Framework Agreement is for the Storage and Distribution of Seasonal Influenza Vaccine to 1275 delivery sites comprising GP practices, social care sites, vaccine holding centres and community pharmacies across 14 health boards in NHSScotland. The storage and distribution service includes the receipt and storage of the vaccines, the processing of orders from Participating Authorities, the provision of a dedicated Customer Service Facility and the management of end of season returns. The total requirement has been awarded as a single supplier Framework Agreement.

Renewal: The Authority is entitled at its sole discretion to extend the twenty four (24) month duration of the Framework Agreement by a total of up to twenty four (24) months by giving a minimum of three (3) months written notice of any such extension(s).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN387723 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jun 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Jun 2020 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,120,000 |
| Lots value | £1,120,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,160,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS") |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH12 9EB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Drum Brae/Gyle |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MOVIANTO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 63120000 - Storage and warehousing services

## Release History

- 5 Jun 2020 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN387723
- 9 Oct 2019 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT368744

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT368744
  Storage and Distribution of Seasonal Influenza Vaccine - This Framework Agreement is for the receipt, storage and distribution of seasonal influenza vaccines to GP practices, social care premises, vaccine holding centres and community pharmacies across NHSScotland.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN387723
  Storage and Distribution of Seasonal Influenza Vaccine - This Framework Agreement is for the receipt, storage and distribution of seasonal influenza vaccines to GP practices, social care premises, vaccine holding centres and community pharmacies across NHSScotland.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.nhsscotlandprocurement.scot.nhs.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000600126
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

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