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DHSC Assisted Testing Framework

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (T&T)

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18 May 2021 at 08:29

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18 May 2021 at 08:28

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28 Apr 2021 at 20:24

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health and Social Care (T&T) is currently inviting tenders for the "DHSC Assisted Testing Framework," a four-year nationwide procurement initiative in the UK. This framework aims to provide Assisted Testing Services to the authority and other contracting bodies in response to outbreaks of viruses or diseases. Key details of this procurement include a project value of approximately £386.58 million and a tender period that ends on 9th June 2021. The contract will commence on 26th July 2021 and conclude on 25th July 2025. The procurement is conducted via an open procedure, making it accessible to various suppliers across the UK.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses looking to expand their services in the health and public service sectors. Companies that specialise in testing services, personnel supply, medical training, and project management are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. With a focus on comprehensive testing frameworks, bidders will need to demonstrate capacity in diverse testing environments while potentially partnering with local entities to align with government objectives, thus enabling growth and collaboration across the health services landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DHSC Assisted Testing Framework

Notice Description

The Department of Health and Social Care is tendering for a 4-year UK-wide Framework to cover Assisted Testing requirements for the Authority (DHSC and other Contracting Authorities). This Framework is for the provision of Assisted Testing Services to support the Authority with outbreaks of viruses or diseases that require a testing programme. As part of this Framework the Government's Test and Trace Programme aims to deliver a comprehensive Assisted Testing Services across all four nations. The fully managed Assisted Testing Services are for any type of test site or location across the UK allowing for any test devices or technologies. The Services incl. but are not limited to the provision of Assisted Testing Services, training of own workforce or third parties, support of pilots and service evaluation of test devices, SOP development and deployment of the different roles individually. For additional information please refer to the Additional Information Section. To access this opportunity please follow this link: https://health-family-contract-search.secure.force.com/ProSpend__CS_ContractPage?SearchType=Projects&uid=a074J000007Fb5xQAC&searchStr=&sortStr=Recently+Published&page=1&filters=

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-23086d87-8193-47bb-a5ef-a018a4429c22
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ebd3858-457a-45a9-b013-c70f9593f43a
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

80 - Education and training services

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

38900000 - Miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments

75131100 - General personnel services for the government

75200000 - Provision of services to the community

79421000 - Project-management services other than for construction work

79421100 - Project-supervision services other than for construction work

79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

79625000 - Supply services of medical personnel

79632000 - Personnel-training services

80320000 - Medical education services

80330000 - Safety education services

80500000 - Training services

80561000 - Health training services

85140000 - Miscellaneous health services

85141000 - Services provided by medical personnel

85148000 - Medical analysis services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£386,584,484 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Jul 2021 - 25 Jul 2025 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (T&T)
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
Post Town
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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