Planning

Specialised Viral Testing Services on UK Stem Cell Bank human Embryonic Stem Cell lines

MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY

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Planning

30 Nov 2018 at 15:03

Planning

21 Jun 2018 at 14:07

Summary of the contracting process

The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency is currently in the planning stage for a tender titled "Specialised Viral Testing Services on UK Stem Cell Bank human Embryonic Stem Cell lines." This contract, located in Potters Bar, England, aims to procure external contractors to provide viral testing compliant with EU regulations for human embryonic stem cell lines. The procurement process, initiated as a tender, has a key milestone with an engagement end date of 20th July 2018, and the contract is expected to run for a minimum of three years, covering approximately 38 stem cell lines.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the laboratory and healthcare sectors, particularly those accredited to perform viral testing on human cell lines. Companies that provide scientific prospecting services, medical and laboratory analysis, and related fields may find this tender particularly suited for their capabilities. Engaging in this contract could foster growth by allowing businesses to establish long-term relationships within the regulatory framework of the UK stem cell research industry.

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Notice Title

Specialised Viral Testing Services on UK Stem Cell Bank human Embryonic Stem Cell lines

Notice Description

The Medicine and Healthcare products and Regulatory Agency- UKSCB requires an external contractor (third party) to provide viral testing for the EU Tissue and Cellular Directive (EUTCD) compliant human embryonic stem cell (hESC) lines. UKSCB is licenced under the HTA Human Tissue (Quality and Safety for Human Application) Regulations 2007 for the production of starting materials for clinical application. According to HTA regulations any testing activities that are subcontracted to external contractors must be appropriately validated to demonstrate that the testing method is suitable for the product analyte. In addition, the contract laboratory has to be accredited by the regulatory body for the licensable activities. It is estimated that the contract will run for at least three years and will cover testing of approximately 38 hESC lines. Only contractors that are accredited to carry out viral testing on human cell lines will be considered. Additional information: If you believe you can provide this service, please feel free to contact via email.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8df225f2-ebeb-4488-8499-d13f86e5ba6b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bedb8364-8ffa-4fbc-b2ed-05504b642573
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

85 - Health and social work services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

31712331 - Photovoltaic cells

33141560 - Human organs

38434550 - Blood-cell counters

71351700 - Scientific prospecting services

71900000 - Laboratory services

73111000 - Research laboratory services

85145000 - Services provided by medical laboratories

85148000 - Medical analysis services

98300000 - Miscellaneous services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Nov 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
20 Jul 2018Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY
Contact Name
Nawaz Habib
Contact Email
nawaz.habib@nibsc.org
Contact Phone
01707641212

Buyer Location

Locality
POTTERS BAR
Postcode
EN6 3QG
Post Town
Enfield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Hertsmere
Electoral Ward
Shenley
Westminster Constituency
Hertsmere

Further Information

Notice Documents

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