Scope
Reference
12058
Description
This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award. The standstill period begins on the day after the publication of this notice. Representations by providers must be made to decision makers by end of 10 June 2025. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR.'
Any representations should be sent via email to Amy.Wilkinson@eastsussex.gov.uk
The key decision makers were Procurement Partner and Assistant Director Planning, Performance and Engagement.
The key decision makers reasons for selecting the chosen provider were that the service provider is the incumbent who is very experienced and qualified and has performed satisfactorily during the current contract.
The key criteria was prioritised as below, with the most important at the top:
1. quality and innovation
2. value
3. integration, collaboration and service sustainability
4. improving access, reducing health inequalities and facilitating choice
5. social value
It was deemed not appropriate to weight the key criteria for a direct award due to the lack of competition
No conflicts of interest were identified.
Pharmacists working on the contract are required to hold relevant professional qualifications and accreditations with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
Contract 1
Supplier
Contract value
- £196,323 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Award decision date
29 May 2025
Earliest date the contract will be signed
19 June 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 24 June 2025 to 23 June 2028
- Possible extension to 23 June 2030
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
The contract includes an option to extend for up to 24 months to 23 June 2030.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85149000 - Pharmacy services
Contract locations
- UKJ22 - East Sussex CC
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - without competition
Supplier
East Sussex Healthcare Trust
St Anne's House, 729 The Ridge
St Leonards On Sea
TN37 7PT
United Kingdom
Email: ben.clark4@nhs.net
Region: UKJ22 - East Sussex CC
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1
Contracting authority
East Sussex County Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXGX-2145-PRQJ
County Hall, St Anne's Crescent
Lewes
BN7 1UE
United Kingdom
Region: UKJ22 - East Sussex CC
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government