Tender

COVID-19 Testing for International Travel

UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL

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Tender

07 Jul 2021 at 17:21

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bristol is seeking providers for COVID-19 testing services for international travel, with a total contract value of £1,700,000. This tender is currently in the active stage and follows an open procurement method. Key dates include a tender period that ends on 9th August 2021, with the contract expected to commence on 1st September 2021 and run until 31st July 2022. The relevant industry category is classified under diagnostic agents, specifically including manual swab test kits and pathology services, with delivery required in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the healthcare and diagnostic sectors, particularly those that offer testing kits and pathology services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate in this procurement process, given the university's openness to diverse suppliers. Companies with expertise in medical diagnostics and COVID-19 related services stand to benefit from this contract, not only to expand their service portfolio but also to establish a long-term partnership with a reputable institution like the University of Bristol.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

COVID-19 Testing for International Travel

Notice Description

The University of Bristol requires the provision of COVID-19 tests and testing services for international travel, in accordance with UK Government requirements, to cover the period 1st September 2021 and 31st July 2022.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf8638dc-1f1b-4280-9c21-afdd015b337b
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

33694000 - Diagnostic agents

38911000 - Manual swab test kits

85111800 - Pathology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,700,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2021 - 31 Jul 2022 6-12 months
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
UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5DS
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Further Information

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