Preliminary market engagement event for the provision of an Outpatient Pharmacy in Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust and Royal United Hospital Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust and Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, members of the BSW Hospitals Group, are collaborating on a preliminary market engagement event for the provision of outpatient pharmacies located onsite at both Trusts. This engagement process falls under the planning stage and is classified under pharmacy services, targeting central government. Interested providers should submit their responses via the Atamis Portal by 20th June 2025, with further meetings scheduled for 8th and 9th July 2025 at Salisbury Hospital.

The anticipated commencement date for the contract is 8th March 2026, and the contract value is estimated at £13,500,000, exclusive of VAT, for a total duration of five years with a possible two-year extension. This procurement process presents a significant opportunity for pharmacy service providers to expand their operations within the healthcare sector. The collaborative approach of the Trusts suggests a competitive edge for businesses offering innovative solutions to meet onsite pharmacy needs.

Companies with expertise in hospital pharmacy services and the capacity to handle high volume dispensing, as demonstrated by 68,871 items at Salisbury and 97,500 items at Bath for 2024/2025, are well-positioned to engage in this tender. Additionally, firms experienced in central government contracts may find this engagement a strategic avenue for business growth, leveraging their capabilities to serve prominent NHS institutions within the United Kingdom.