Tender

Provision of Replacement Serology Analyser

PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND

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03 Feb 2020 at 18:13

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Summary of the contracting process

The Public Health England (PHE) is currently conducting a tender process for the provision of a Replacement Serology Analyser, aimed at enhancing its National Infection Service Laboratory in Colchester. The tender, which falls under the goods category, has a budget of £50,000 and is being procured using an open procedure. The deadline for submitting bids is 17th February 2020, at 23:59:59 GMT, with the contract expected to commence on 19th February 2020 and conclude by 28th February 2021. Interested parties can refer to the classification code 38434520 for Blood analysers for further specificity in their proposals.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in medical equipment manufacturing and supply, particularly those that can offer innovative blood analysis solutions that meet the outlined specifications. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this tender particularly accessible, given the open procurement method, making it ideal for those looking to establish or expand their footprint in the healthcare sector. Companies able to meet the performance criteria for complex blood testing equipment are encouraged to engage, presenting a chance to partner with a key player in public health.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Replacement Serology Analyser

Notice Description

Public Health England (PHE) is seeking to replace an analyser used in its National Infection Service Laboratory (NIS) in Colchester for majority of blood testing for infectious viruses and H. pylori faecal antigens. The current analyser is beyond its life expectancy. The proposed solution MUST be able to fulfil all the following requirements: - Can perform a variety of assays in a group of samples and processing several consecutive batches simultaneously. - Capable of performing serial dilutions. - Capable of specifying additional dilutions of selected samples and indicate its source, dilution factor, volume and number of replicates. - It is an open platform capable of automatically performing all steps of any ELISA test, regardless of the kit manufacturer. - Ability to provide Diagnostic Self-Tests, alarms, Quality Control Program and registry files to ensure the functioning of the system as well as verification. - Must offer High Capacity / Multi-batch capability and process test 4 test plates simultaneously, 92 samples per batch. - Capable of clot detection and capacitance level sensing when using fixed needles and disposables tips. - Option to start incubation time at the dispensing of the first well. - Ability to transfer a quantity of sample from the primary sample tubes to a 96-tube plate for archiving and provision of printed report detailing the location and identification of each sample on the plate and volume dispensed. - Ability to undertake performance checks for incubator, washer and diluter using kits. If you feel you can meet all the above requirements or would like more information, please contact anna.gibson@phe.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-24ecc2a8-ce85-412a-9b36-cb82c8c6f896
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7129717-9340-422f-8c9e-a3623dc49556
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38434520 - Blood analysers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Feb 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Feb 2020 - 28 Feb 2021 1-2 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
PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW9 5EQ
Post Town
North West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI71 Barnet
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Barnet
Electoral Ward
Colindale South
Westminster Constituency
Hendon

Further Information

Notice Documents

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