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POCT Equipment (Reactive Proteins)

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

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28 Jan 2026 at 14:27

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the purchase of reagents and consumables for Point of Care Testing (POCT) equipment has been completed by the Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust. This contract, titled "POCT Equipment (Reactive Proteins)," falls under the industry category of Reagents and Contrast Media and is set in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically as a call-off from the NHS Supply Chain Framework, with a contract period from 1st January 2026 to 31st December 2029. The value of the contract is £160,000, and the award status was activated on 5th December 2025. The buying organisation, represented by Connor Hubbard, is located in Ashford, England.

This awarded contract provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory diagnostics, particularly those focusing on reagents for POCT equipment. The contract supports the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as it explicitly recognises their suitability for participation. Companies with expertise in supplying medical reagents and consumables that align with the evolving needs of healthcare services would find this contract beneficial for enhancing their market presence and portfolio. The framework agreement approach ensures reliability and consistency in procurement, making it an advantageous avenue for businesses meeting the stipulated criteria.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

POCT Equipment (Reactive Proteins)

Notice Description

Contract for the purchase of reagents and consumables for POCT equipment used by the trust's services, This contract has been awarded via the NHS Supply Chain Framework for supply of Laboratory Diagnostics, Point of Care Testing and Pathology Managed Services, reference: 2023/S 000028831. 36 month contract with an optional extension opportunity of 12 months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-073169fb-b54d-473b-a17a-b35fe67e020d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c6aa683d-fd71-4304-82e4-5200659827eb
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33696000 - Reagents and contrast media

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Dec 20258 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ASHFORD
Postcode
TN25 4AZ
Postcode Area
Tonbridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Ashford
Electoral Ward
Goat Lees
Westminster Constituency
Ashford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Una Health Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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