May 31st 2024

By Ailsa Colquhoun

NHSE opens 18-month flu and Covid vaccination tender

Flu and Covid-19 vaccinations will be subject to a new procurement process from September 2024 to March 2026, NHS England has confirmed.

 Preparations for an Autumn/Winter 2024/25 flu and COVID-19 seasonal campaign sets out a 18-month contract, open to existing and new providers.

Key actions for all providers who wish to participate in the Autumn 2024 campaign (including, but not limited to, existing providers of COVID-19 vaccination services) are:

• Visit the online portaland complete the Response Document by 23:59 on 27 June 2024 to participate in the Autumn 2024 campaign.
• Read the following Guidance and Terms which outline the process and key deadlines in full.
• Familiarise yourself with the Minimum Requirements set out in the site sign-up process. NHS Standard Contract holders, PCN Groupings and Community Pharmacies, GP federations, independent sector providers, charities and other healthcare providers will be able to apply to hold a COVID-19 vaccination service contract subject to meeting the Minimum Requirements.

NHS England states that there may be a separate follow-up procurement process for more designated sites or activity if deemed necessary for population need.