Test & Trace: Schools Mass Wholesale Distribution

The Test & Trace programme requires a logistics solution that can provide storage, picking, packing and outbound distribution of boxes of tests and associated guidance/PPE to schools (primary, secondary, further education, early years and independent) across the UK. This contract will support the Government’s objective of undertaking ongoing regular testing of both school staff and students. The contract requires UK wide delivery coverage to approximately 32,000 sites across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Key requirements of the contract include: • Pick boxes of tests and guidance in accordance with the varying orders received from DHSC ready for dispatch • Pick PPE and pack into boxes in accordance with the varying orders received from DHSC ready for dispatch• Deliver boxes of tests, guidance and PPE in varying quantities to the 32,000 sites during school hours• Next day delivery of test, guidance and PPE may also be required in emergency cases• Manage inventory levels and place orders with DHSC to ensure enough stock to meet demand• Inbound and store pallets of stock to support the ongoing demand• Record the batch information of boxes of tests dispatched to ensure product traceability