DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH · Awarded contract

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Manufacture of Women's Vitamins for the Healthy Start Vitamin Scheme

Awarded 01 Mar 2018

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Awarded01 Mar 2018

Value£636,547.00

SupplierBRUNEL HEALTHCARE MANUFACTURING LIMITED

AgencyDEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

RegionUnited Kingdom

CategoryHealth & Medical

Ended 3y 8mo ago5y term

Awarded 1 Mar 2018Expired 28 Feb 2023

About

The Department of Health awarded a contract to Brunel Healthcare Manufacturing Limited for the manufacture of women's vitamins under the Healthy Start Vitamin Scheme.

The contract, valued at £636,547, covers the production of vitamins containing vitamins C, D, and folic acid for eligible pregnant women and new mothers.

The Department of Health, through the NHS Business Services Authority, sells these vitamins to local authorities and NHS providers in England, as well as on behalf of NHS Northern Ireland, NHS Scotland, and NHS Wales.

The framework agreement includes a first-year period for full product testing and implementation, during which no orders may be placed, and the Authority reserves the right to terminate if testing requirements are not met.

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