Tender

RA348459 - Rapid Diagnostic Test Kits

SHROPSHIRE HEALTHCARE PROCUREMENT SERVICE

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Tender

04 Feb 2025 at 15:35

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Shropshire Healthcare Procurement Service has initiated a tender process for the procurement of Rapid Diagnostic Test Kits under the title "RA348459 - Rapid Diagnostic Test Kits." This tender falls under the industry category of Medical Equipment, Pharmaceuticals, and Personal Care Products (CPV Code 33000000). The procurement method is an open procedure, and the process is currently at the tender stage, with key deadlines approaching. The tender was published on 4th February 2025, and interested suppliers must submit their quotations by 17:00 hours on 14th February 2025. The contract period will commence on 1st March 2025 and conclude on 28th February 2027. The primary delivery location aligns with the postal code SY3 8XQ, including potential deliveries to British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and other international destinations.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as elaborated in the suitability criteria. Businesses that can offer rapid diagnostic test kits, either the specified products or acceptable alternatives, and can provide free-of-charge samples for evaluation, are well-suited to compete. The contract allows for a flexible award duration based on the suppliers' ability to fix prices, which provides further opportunities for sustained engagement and revenue. The procurement process will benchmark prices using the NHS Spend Comparison Tool to ensure value for money, expecting competitive pricing in line with other NHS Trusts. Interested businesses should be prepared to comply with the attached terms and conditions and ensure all logistical aspects, including carriage charges, are accounted for in their quotes. This tender represents an excellent growth opportunity for businesses in the medical supplies sector looking to expand their footprint within the healthcare system.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RA348459 - Rapid Diagnostic Test Kits

Notice Description

Please provide a quotation for the products listed or suitable alternatives. Suppliers offering suitable alternatives MUST be able to provide samples FOC for evaluation. Contract can be awarded for a period of 2 years. Contract term is dependent on how long prices can be fixed. If suppliers cannot fix for a period of 2 years, please indicate how long prices can be fixed for. Carriage charge MUST be included if appropriate. Prices offered will be benchmarked using NHS Spend Comparison tool to ensure we are paying the best price. We expect to be offered prices in line with other NHS Trusts. Volumes are not guaranteed, but are estimated based on historical usage over a 1 year period. The attached Terms of Offer and NHS Terms & Conditions would govern any agreements made following this exercise. - To access this competition: login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity RA348459. Not registered on MultiQuote - visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote RA348459 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8e92741d-2e83-43e1-8c9e-0e08a02554d2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/21e334cf-2b58-498e-9a26-c9fd395e117f
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2027 1-2 years
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
SHROPSHIRE HEALTHCARE PROCUREMENT SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHREWSBURY
Postcode
SY3 8XQ
Post Town
Shrewsbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG22 Shropshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Shropshire
Electoral Ward
Bowbrook
Westminster Constituency
Shrewsbury

Further Information

Notice Documents

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