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Mini-competition for the provision of Additional Lab Capacity to the Test and Trace Programme

Department of Health & Social Care

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20 Sep 2021 at 16:07

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves a mini-competition initiated by the Department of Health and Social Care to secure additional laboratory capacity for the COVID-19 Test and Trace Programme. The contract, valued at £52.5 million, falls under the services category, specifically classified as laboratory, optical and precision equipment. The contract period commenced on 23rd August 2021 and is set to conclude on 14th November 2021. The procurement method employed was a selective process conducted through a call-off from an existing framework agreement, with the tender period closing on 8th August 2021, based in London, United Kingdom.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses in the healthcare and laboratory services sectors, particularly those capable of high-volume testing and efficient laboratory operations. Companies with expertise in providing specialised laboratory equipment, analysis services, and those experienced in public health projects will be well-positioned to compete in future tenders like this. The robust funding associated with this contract indicates a continued demand for services that enhance national health initiatives, making it an attractive avenue for growth for suitable firms.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Mini-competition for the provision of Additional Lab Capacity to the Test and Trace Programme

Notice Description

Additional Lab Capacity to the COVID-19 Test and Trace Programme

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-217831c9-c888-4501-b96b-dcc831c55034
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/388fa29c-2dbb-466d-9080-7fe131ea8012
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£52,500,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£52,500,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Aug 20215 years ago
Contract Period
23 Aug 2021 - 14 Nov 2021 1-6 months
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
Department of Health & Social Care
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0EU
Postcode Area
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Randox Laboratories Ltd

Further Information

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