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Virus Testing Supplies

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

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10 Dec 2020 at 16:50

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Department of Health and Social Care seeking supplies for virus testing to support the UK COVID-19 Testing Strategy. The tender, titled "Virus Testing Supplies," falls within the medical consumables category and had a value of £640,000. The contract was awarded on 27 July 2020, following a limited procurement procedure, which took place during the contract period from 21 July 2020 to 20 October 2020. It was initiated in London, with delivery options including the UK and British Overseas Territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in medical supplies and consumables, particularly those offering virus testing products. Companies that align with the requirements of government contracts and can fulfil stringent health standards would be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in similar projects can help businesses to broaden their reach within the public sector, ultimately contributing to economic growth during ongoing health challenges.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Virus Testing Supplies

Notice Description

Provision of virus testing supplies to support the UK COVID-19 Testing Strategy

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3d79a90c-6f8f-4a87-97b9-0fb32c3e7670
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb35e8ad-a8be-4528-8ddd-22a17dc15e30
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33140000 - Medical consumables

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£640,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£640,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Dec 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jul 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jul 20205 years ago
Contract Period
20 Jul 2020 - 20 Oct 2020 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 AND 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
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LIFE SCIENCE GROUP

Further Information

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