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08 Dec 2020 at 16:14

Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health and Social Care is overseeing a completed procurement process for the supply of innovative COVID-19 testing equipment, titled "Innovation - Samba COVID19 Testing equipment." This tender is classified under the diagnostics and radiodiagnostic devices industry, specifically with a focus on checking and testing apparatus. The procurement stage is at the award phase, with a contract value of £59,037,248. The contract period commenced on 6th September 2020 and will conclude on 17th January 2022. The delivery addresses include various locations such as the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and the Channel Islands, with the procurement method being a limited procedure conducted without prior publication.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the medical and healthcare equipment sectors, particularly those specializing in diagnostic tools and testing apparatus. Companies that produce innovative and efficient medical devices, especially those with capabilities in rapid testing technologies, would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts in the future. Engaging in such tenders not only opens avenues for growth but also allows businesses to contribute to public health initiatives during critical times.

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Notice Title

Innovation - Samba COVID19 Testing equipment

Notice Description

These test kits allow for field use in hospitals enabling the rapid on-site Point of Care (POC) testing for C-19

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6034d44c-53f9-4a0a-8aad-8cddef5bacde
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df09182a-2e20-4c15-9620-48f975d2dc31
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

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


CPV Codes

33124000 - Diagnostics and radiodiagnostic devices and supplies

38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus

38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring

38900000 - Miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£59,037,248 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£59,037,248 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Dec 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Sep 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Sep 20205 years ago
Contract Period
6 Sep 2020 - 17 Jan 2022 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

Diagnostics for the Real World

Further Information

Notice Documents

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