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# Pharmacy Services Framework

Source: [Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/pharmacy-services-framework-ocds-h6vhtk-040b2a). UK public procurement intelligence compiled from official UK procurement notices.

> **Tenderline Executive Summary:** Leicestershire County Council: "Pharmacy Services Framework". Published status: complete. Framework Ceiling: £800,000. 3 published lots. Recorded submission deadline: 9 Feb 2024, 12:00 GMT. Published submission portal: procontract.due-north.com.

## Key Information
- **Status:** COMPLETE (the published submission deadline has passed)
- **Buyer:** [Leicestershire County Council](https://tenderline.uk/buyers/leicestershire-county-council-ons-e10000018)
- **Framework Ceiling (notional):** £800,000 (GBP)
- **Submission Deadline:** 9 February 2024 at 12:00 GMT
- **Lots:** 3
- **Procurement Method:** Open procedure
- **Main Category:** services
- **Classifications (CPV):** Pharmacy services
- **Delivery Location:** UKF22
- **Legal Basis:** CELEX 32014L0024
- **OCID:** `ocds-h6vhtk-040b2a`

## Before you bid
Deciding whether to bid? The Tenderline page for this tender carries the competition and buyer analysis this notice does not:

- **Expected competition:** how many bids lots like this attract, from past awards in the same market.
- **Who could compete:** suppliers who have won similar work, and who holds the current contract.
- **Buyer track record:** earlier work for this buyer, its unexpired awards, and how its awards compared with its estimates.
- **Price forecast:** the commercial price range for each lot, with the middle 50% of comparable awards.

- **What it takes to win:** selection and award criteria, lot by lot.
- **Contract history:** what this tender replaces, and every notice in the procedure.

[Open the competition and buyer analysis](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/pharmacy-services-framework-ocds-h6vhtk-040b2a#tl-md)

## Submission
- **Submission Platform:** [procontract.due-north.com](/out?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocontract.due-north.com%2FAdvert%2FIndex%3FadvertId%3D8fe32b84-3e68-ee11-8124-005056b64545)
- **How to bid:** https://tenderline.uk/tenders/pharmacy-services-framework-ocds-h6vhtk-040b2a#participate

## Description
Leicestershire County Council invites pharmacy service providers to submit proposals for the establishment of a comprehensive Pharmacy Services Framework. This Framework aims to consolidate three key services:
Lot 1: Flu Vaccinations for Council Staff:
- Provide seasonal flu vaccination services for Leicestershire County Council staff.
- Ensure timely and efficient delivery of vaccinations during flu season.
- Maintain the highest standards of safety and professionalism.
Lot 2: Emergency Hormonal Contraception (EHC):
- Offer accessible and confidential emergency hormonal contraception services.
- Provide expert guidance and support to individuals in need of these services.
- Emphasise discretion and sensitivity in service delivery.
Lot 3: Nicotine Replacement Therapy:
- Deliver evidence-based nicotine replacement therapy to support smoking cessation.
- Promote a smoke-free environment by assisting individuals in their journey to quit smoking.
- Ensure the availability of a range of NRT products and tailored cessation plans.

## Lots (3)
### Lot 1: Flu Vaccinations for Council Staff
- **Lot id:** `1`
- **Status:** complete
- **CPV codes:** 85149000
- **Delivery regions:** UKF

- **Estimated Value:** £100,000
- **Description:** Leicestershire County Council are seeking Service Providers to support an initiative which will provide flu vaccinations for their employees. This programme aims to extend the existing NHS provision which focuses on safeguarding individuals at higher...
- **Contract Period:** 31/08/2024 to 

### Lot 2: Emergency Hormonal Contraception (EHC)
- **Lot id:** `2`
- **Status:** complete
- **CPV codes:** 85149000
- **Delivery regions:** UKF

- **Estimated Value:** £100,000
- **Description:** The Council is seeking Service Providers to deliver a confidential Emergency Hormonal Contraception (EHC) service. The service aims to improve sexual health and prevent unintended pregnancies among young people in Leicestershire through the following...
- **Contract Period:** 31/03/2024 to 

### Lot 3: Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT)
- **Lot id:** `3`
- **Status:** complete
- **CPV codes:** 85149000
- **Delivery regions:** UKF

- **Estimated Value:** £600,000
- **Description:** This service lot will contribute to the ongoing efforts of the Council in assisting individuals to quit smoking through the QuitReady scheme. The QuitReady program is a 12-week initiative that offers service users the latest support and coping mechan...
- **Contract Period:** 31/03/2024 to 

## Awards & Winning Suppliers (3)
- **Award:** Flu Vaccination Service for Leicestershire Council Staff (active)
  - Award id: `013414-2024-1`
  - Supplier(s): **ASDA Stores Limited, T/A ASDA Pharmacy, Leicestershire Independent Pharmacy Company Limited (LIPCO) (+3 more suppliers)**
  - Supplier identifiers: `GB-FTS-184694`, `GB-FTS-111968`, `GB-FTS-111969`, `GB-FTS-143124`, `GB-FTS-111971`

- **Award:** Emergency Hormonal Contraception Services (EHC) (active)
  - Award id: `013414-2024-2`
  - Supplier(s): **ASDA Stores Ltd - T/A ASDA Pharmacies, Leicestershire Independent Pharmacy Company Ltd (LIPCO), Masons Chemist (+2 more suppliers)**
  - Supplier identifiers: `GB-FTS-184694`, `GB-FTS-111972`, `GB-FTS-111969`, `GB-FTS-143124`, `GB-FTS-111971`

- **Award:** Nicotine Replacement Therapy (active)
  - Award id: `013414-2024-3`
  - Supplier(s): **ASDA Stores Ltd - T/A ASDA Pharmacies, Leicestershire Independent Pharmacy Company Ltd (LIPCO), Roan Healthcare**
  - Supplier identifiers: `GB-FTS-184694`, `GB-FTS-111972`, `GB-FTS-111971`

## Contracts (3)
- **Contract:** Flu Vaccination Service for Leicestershire Council Staff (active)

  - Signed Date: 07/03/2024

- **Contract:** Emergency Hormonal Contraception Services (EHC) (active)

  - Signed Date: 07/03/2024

- **Contract:** Nicotine Replacement Therapy (active)

  - Signed Date: 07/03/2024

## Provenance and Official Sources
- **Official Notice:** [Find a Tender notice](/out?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.find-tender.service.gov.uk%2FNotice%2F013414-2024)
- **Last Source Update:** 2024-04-25T10:51:57.000Z
- **This document generated:** 2026-10-22T13:06:19.977Z
- **Machine API:** https://tenderline.uk/api/public/tenders/ocds-h6vhtk-040b2a