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Provision of automated extraction and amplification platforms and assays

PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND

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27 Mar 2018 at 09:33

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process involved the awarding of a contract for the provision of automated extraction and amplification platforms and assays by Public Health England (PHE). This procurement, classified under the goods category specifically for Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) equipment, has a total value of £200,000. The contract was awarded to Cepheid UK Limited and is set in motion effective from 27 March 2018, extending until 31 March 2023. The tender period concluded on 23 March 2018, and it was conducted using an open procurement method under a mini-competition framework.

This opportunity presents significant avenues for business growth, particularly for suppliers specialising in diagnostics, laboratory equipment, and related software solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to consider participation, especially those capable of providing PCR technology, consumables, and maintenance services. The broad geographical delivery addresses, including the UK and other territories, also indicate a potential for businesses equipped to handle diverse logistical challenges.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of automated extraction and amplification platforms and assays

Notice Description

Following a mini - competition under Lot 1 (Diagnostics) of PHE Microbiology Framework, Public Health England (PHE) has awarded a contract for the provision of automated extraction and amplification platforms and assays to Cepheid UK Limited. The assays include, but are not limited to, tests for C. difficile, Influenza and M.tuberculosis. The contract is PHE-wide and, alongside the platforms and assays, the supplier will also be providing any equipment specific consumables, appropriate software (including licences), service maintenance, breakdown response, training, and validation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c044a342-a484-440d-9f8d-2717080a66dd
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38950000 - Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) equipment

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Mar 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Mar 20187 years ago
Contract Period
26 Mar 2018 - 31 Mar 2023 Over 5 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
PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
kallie.rivers@phe.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

CEPHEID

Further Information

Notice Documents

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