Pharmacy robots - BWC

The procurement process, overseen by Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust, involves the service and maintenance of two pharmacy robots. This contract, titled "Pharmacy robots - BWC," falls under the services industry category with a focus on pharmacy services. Located in Birmingham, UK, the procurement process utilised a direct method, below threshold and without competition, and has now reached the completion stage.

The contract commenced on 1st January 2025 and will conclude by the end of the year, on 31st December 2025. It involves a gross contract value of £63,074.50, with significant dates including the contract signing on 31st December 2024, and publication of contract details on 3rd June 2025. This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in pharmacy services and related maintenance operations.

Given its direct award to Becton Dickinson, an SME representing the supplier base, similar small to medium enterprises, and those with capacity for technical service provision, would find themselves well-positioned to engage in future procurement opportunities of this nature. Organisations with expertise in healthcare technology and equipment maintenance may also find the industry specifics of this contract advantageous for expanding their service portfolios in the NHS sector.