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GeneXpert SARS-CoV-2/Flu/RSV

NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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18 Sep 2025 at 08:25

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "GeneXpert SARS-CoV-2/Flu/RSV" conducted by Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has reached the award stage as of 18th September 2025. This tender, classified under the industry category of manual swab test kits with CPV code 38911000, was valued at £74,000. The procurement method was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, which signifies a pre-established framework that the Trust can draw upon. The tender process concluded on 17th September 2025, and the contract period extends from 18th September 2025 to 9th October 2025, facilitating the delivery of goods within the United Kingdom.

This tender offers growth opportunities for businesses specialising in diagnostic testing supplies, particularly those capable of providing manual swab test kits. However, it's important to note that the suitability criteria were not oriented towards SMEs or VCSEs. Thus, companies with a focus on large-scale operations in the healthcare or biotechnology sectors are particularly well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders. The supplier awarded the contract is Cepheid UK Limited, demonstrating their capacity to meet the demands of the healthcare industry through tailored solutions for complex testing needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GeneXpert SARS-CoV-2/Flu/RSV

Notice Description

Cold & Flu testing

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0e2882f2-066a-4eb1-8e3f-e665e8349543
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/573b1459-d4d3-44f8-8397-cf3e98108f75
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38911000 - Manual swab test kits

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£74,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£74,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
17 Sep 2025 - 9 Oct 2025 30 days
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
NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE27 0QJ
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
North Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Shiremoor
Westminster Constituency
Tynemouth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CEPHEID

Further Information

Notice Documents

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