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PHE_Scientific Oligos probes for Enhanced COVID testing

PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND

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29 Jan 2021 at 09:41

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process involves Public Health England (PHE) awarding a contract for "PHE_Scientific Oligos probes for Enhanced COVID testing," classified under medical consumables. The procurement method used was a direct approach with a single tender action below the threshold. The contract, valued at £40,000, is effective from 26th November 2020 to 25th November 2021. It was published on 29th January 2021, following the end of the tender period on 25th November 2020, and encompasses delivery across a range of locations, including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in the supply of medical consumables and reagents, particularly those focusing on COVID-19 testing products. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) interested in bidding for similar contracts would find this tender well-suited, as it encourages participation from agile providers who can meet urgent public health needs effectively. Engaging in this sector could lead to further partnerships and expansion within the healthcare supply chain.

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Notice Title

PHE_Scientific Oligos probes for Enhanced COVID testing

Notice Description

Public Health England (PHE) has awarded a contract to Biosearch Technologies for the provision of Oligos - probes for Enhanced COVID testing. This urgent requirement is in response to the COVID -19 outbreak.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3a4dc8e3-659e-4ab5-ace0-91f7dde31dbe
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e8bc23e1-8f93-4cf1-b213-7b99ea250e57
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33140000 - Medical consumables

33696200 - Blood-testing reagents

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Nov 20205 years ago
Contract Period
26 Nov 2020 - 25 Nov 2021 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
mihaela.tinca@phe.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BIOSEARCH TECHNOLOGIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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