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DHSC publishes information on PPE procurement in the early pandemic

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Published on: 18 November 2021

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LNB News 18/11/2021

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Issue Date: 18 November 2021

Published Date: 18 November 2021

Jurisdiction(s): England

Article summary

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has published further information about their personal protective equipment (PPE) procurement in the early months of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic as part of the government's commitment to openness about procurement processes during the pandemic. The information discusses a market overview in March 2020, adapting to market volatility, agile and decisive decision making, managing and processing offers and the High Priority Lane with a list identifying the routes used to identify suppliers.

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