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PHE_Scientific- Provision for purchase of Biomerieux Biofire systems including panels, services and consumables for COVID testing

PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND

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29 Mar 2021 at 15:14

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10 Jun 2020 at 16:44

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Summary of the contracting process

Public Health England has successfully awarded a contract titled "PHE_Scientific- Provision for purchase of Biomerieux Biofire systems including panels, services and consumables for COVID testing". This procurement, classified under the medical equipment sector, specifically targets a nationwide requirement to enhance COVID-19 testing capabilities. The contract, valued at approximately £7.5 million, was concluded on 21 April 2021. Notably, the procurement process followed a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period officially ending on 22 April 2020.

This tender presents significant business opportunities for suppliers specialising in medical equipment, particularly those capable of providing high-quality PCR platforms and associated services. Companies that offer innovative laboratory and testing solutions, including SMEs that can navigate the framework agreements, will be well-positioned to compete. The nationwide delivery addresses encompass a broad range of locations, including the UK and overseas territories, thereby extending potential market reach for successful bidders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PHE_Scientific- Provision for purchase of Biomerieux Biofire systems including panels, services and consumables for COVID testing

Notice Description

PHE has awarded a contract to BioMerieux UK Limited under Lot 1of the PHE Microbiology Framework for purchase of Torch 4 PCR platforms and panels to ramp up testing for Covid 19 under these unforeseen circumstances. This is a nationwide requirement and will include purchase of hardware, consumables and maintenance to support the COVID testing.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a336c532-409b-4015-95dd-7b3dfb1926a2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9208ddf6-0506-4a5e-b760-10b540d289c4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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

CPV Codes

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,504,710 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£9,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Apr 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Apr 20205 years ago
Contract Period
21 Apr 2020 - 21 Apr 2021 6-12 months
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
PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW9 5EQ
Post Town
North West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI71 Barnet
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Barnet
Electoral Ward
Colindale South
Westminster Constituency
Hendon

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BIOMERIEUX

Further Information

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