Distribution of Free Health Care Initiative Supplies in Sierra Leone
DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT · Awarded contract
AwardedDistribution of Free Health Care Initiative Supplies in Sierra Leone
Awarded 11 Jan 2016
Awarded11 Jan 2016
Value£2,300,000.00
RegionScotland
CategoryHealth & Medical
Ended 10y 4mo ago6mo term
Awarded 11 Jan 2016Expired 29 June 2016
About
The Department for International Development awarded a contract to International Procurement Agency B.V.
for the distribution and verification of delivery of pharmaceuticals and medical consumables to Peripheral Health Units under the Free Health Care Initiative in Sierra Leone.
The contract, valued at £2,300,000, involved liaising with the National Pharmaceutical Procurement Unit and District Medical Stores to organise pick-and-pack operations at the Ferry Junction Warehouse in Freetown and ensure last-mile delivery using established distribution infrastructure.
The supplier was also responsible for providing quarterly reports and timely invoicing to demonstrate value for money and mitigate fraud and corruption risks.
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Distribution of Free Health Care Initiative Supplies in Sierra Leone
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