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Toxicology

GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC)

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27 Feb 2017 at 17:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The General Medical Council (GMC) is conducting a tender for toxicology testing services, with a total value of £420,000. This contract aims to ensure compliance with patient safety regulations by examining the drug and alcohol-related conditions of doctors. The procurement process is in the award stage, having been completed on 4th October 2016, with the contract period set from 10th October 2016 to 9th October 2018. Delivery locations include the North West and London regions of the United Kingdom, and the procurement was carried out using an open procedure.

This opportunity for businesses in the healthcare and laboratory services industry can facilitate their growth by providing essential toxicology testing services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in laboratory services, particularly those experienced in conducting blood, hair, urine, and breath tests, would be well-suited to compete for similar tenders. Engaging in such contracts not only enhances their portfolio but also strengthens their relationships within public health sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Toxicology

Notice Description

Toxicology testing is required as part of the GMC's Fitness to Practise proceedings in order to establish whether:a) there are any drug or alcohol related conditions that require the GMC to restrict a doctor's registration in order to maintain patient safetyb) individual doctors are complying with restrictions placed on their registration, for example to limit their consumption of alcohol or refrain from the use of drugs.This is mostly done through the use of blood and hair tests at present, although urine and breath tests can be carried out at the GMC's discretion.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7d542eae-be96-4eba-a6f1-3b21fe5057f4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/868738a7-56cf-4547-80a1-e28fffc2b440
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90743100 - Toxic substances monitoring services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£420,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£420,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jul 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Oct 20169 years ago
Contract Period
9 Oct 2016 - 9 Oct 2018 1-2 years
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
GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
gmctenders@gmc-uk.org
Contact Phone
+44 1619236340

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M3 3AW
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England), TLI London
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CANSFORD LABORATORIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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