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Provision of Lateral Flow testing devices for the detection of COVID-19 viral antigens

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (T&T)

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Award

24 Nov 2021 at 14:07

Award Notice
Award

15 Jul 2021 at 12:03

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health and Social Care (T&T) has completed the procurement process for the provision of lateral flow testing devices aimed at detecting COVID-19 viral antigens. This tender, classified under diagnostic kits (CPV: 33141625), was conducted through a selective procurement method as a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The contract value was set at £240,975,000, with the award issued on 17th June 2021 and the contract running until 31st December 2021. Delivery addresses include multiple regions, such as the United Kingdom and parts of Europe, ensuring a broad delivery scope.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the healthcare and diagnostics industry, particularly those specialising in the supply of medical testing equipment and related goods. Large suppliers with experience in dynamic purchasing systems and public health contracts would be well-suited to compete, capitalising on the ongoing demand for health-related products in light of the pandemic. Engaging in such procurement processes can significantly benefit businesses aiming to scale their operations and participate in crucial public health initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Lateral Flow testing devices for the detection of COVID-19 viral antigens

Notice Description

First call off following an Invitation to Tender subsequent to a contract notice on the Find a Tender Service on 5 March 2021 seeking requests to participate from providers of lateral flow testing kits (divided into Lots) in a dynamic purchasing system for the supply of such goods to DHSC.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c99d425a-4ee3-417c-b099-0af54d174420
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41442987-d256-405a-a6df-10cbb7fb11b5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33141625 - Diagnostic kits

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£240,975,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£303,450,000 £100M-£1B
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jun 20214 years ago
Contract Period
16 Jun 2021 - 31 Dec 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
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (T&T)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0EU
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MEDCO SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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