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Freetest.me - Online STI Screening

LONDON BOROUGH OF SUTTON

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29 Jun 2026 at 10:50

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Sutton awarded a contract for "Freetest.me - Online STI Screening," which involves initiatives to improve sexual health among young people by increasing chlamydia screening. The tender falls under the "Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products" category and focuses on the enhancement of public health services within England. The award was announced on 29th March 2023, and the contract spans from 1st April 2023 to 31st March 2026, with an option to extend for an additional 12 months. The procurement method used was specified as "Other," and the contract has reached the Award stage, with Preventx Limited selected as the supplier for this crucial public health initiative.

This tender presents an opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the healthcare services industry to expand their foothold in the public sector. The project prioritises those capable of providing efficient and accessible STI screening solutions, specifically targeting the youth demographic. Businesses with expertise in medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, and personal care product distribution are well-positioned to benefit, particularly those that can support innovative online health initiatives. The contract highlights the increasing need for digital health solutions, prompting potential growth avenues for businesses that can adapt to this burgeoning sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Freetest.me - Online STI Screening

Notice Description

Regular sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing is essential for looking after the health of young people, who are significantly affected by STIs. Chlamydia is the most common STI in England, with 15-24 year olds accounting for 63% of chlamydia diagnoses in the UK. The National Chlamydia Screening Programme (NSCP) evidences a need for increased chlamydia surveillance for those most at risk and provides an evidence base for routine testing of all sexually active under-25s. In the Framework for Sexual Health Improvement in England (which corresponds to the NCSP) improving chlamydia diagnosis amongst 15-24 year olds as a key outcome for local authorities to prioritise. The contract is for an initial period of 36 months with an option to extend for 12 further months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32a9cc81-f97d-469f-9314-d6b531a29035
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Mar 20233 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2023 - 31 Mar 2026 3-4 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
LONDON BOROUGH OF SUTTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SUTTON
Postcode
SM1 1EA
Post Town
Sutton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI63 Merton, Kingston upon Thames and Sutton
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Sutton
Electoral Ward
Sutton Central
Westminster Constituency
Sutton and Cheam

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PREVENTX

Further Information

Notice Documents

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