Scope
Description
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust (UHP) is exploring options for the development of a new Pharmacy Aseptic Services suite. The proposed facility is intended to provide a comprehensive range of aseptic services including:
Chemotherapy preparation
Centralised Intravenous Additive Services (CIVAS)
Outpatient Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT/OPIT) support
Clinical Trials aseptic support
Future-proofed capacity for expected demand growth
As part of this appraisal, the Trust is considering a range of potential delivery and funding models, including the possibility of forming a Joint Venture or other partnership with the private sector.
The purpose of this soft market testing exercise is to understand:
The level of interest from suppliers and investors in partnering with the Trust
The range of commercial, technical, and operational models available in the market
Key risks, dependencies, and proposed approaches
Potential timelines and delivery routes
Options that best support service continuity during construction
This exercise is not a call for competition, nor part of a formal procurement process. Responses received will help shape the Trust's strategy and any potential future procurement.
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 July 2027 to 30 June 2037
- 10 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 85149000 - Pharmacy services
- 85145000 - Services provided by medical laboratories
Engagement
Engagement deadline
4 February 2026
Engagement process description
Following this notice, the Trust intends to hold individual supplier discussions with interested parties. These will be held on the morning of Tuesday, 4 February 2026, between 08:00 and 11:00, with specific time allocations based on the level of interest received.
Prior to these sessions, the Trust will circulate a brief slide pack summarising the project scope and areas where market input is sought.
How to Respond:
Interested organisations are invited to express their interest via the Atamis messaging portal.
Please include:
A brief summary of your organisation
Relevant experience with aseptic services or healthcare partnership models
Your preferred time window for the 4 February discussion
The Trust may issue follow‑up questions or request additional information ahead of the individual sessions.
Contracting authority
University Hospitals Plymouth
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PWJW-1642-HQRM
Derriford Road
Plymouth
PL6 8DH
United Kingdom
Contact name: Paul Drummond
Telephone: 01752 434915
Email: p.drummond@nhs.net
Website: https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/
Region: UKK41 - Plymouth
Organisation type: Public authority - central government