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Accora - Laboratory testing services

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

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26 Nov 2020 at 16:29

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by the Department of Health and Social Care involved a tender for "Accora - Laboratory testing services", focusing on the provision of comprehensive laboratory testing services, including diagnostic testing for COVID-19. This contract, classified under the CPV category for laboratory services, was valued at £18,729,060 and was awarded following a limited procurement method, specifically a negotiated procedure without prior publication. The tender period closed on 24 October 2020, with the contract commencing on the same date and ending on 8 December 2020. The primary location for this procurement was London, SW1H 0EU, extending its reach to various territories including British Overseas Territories and the Isle of Man.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in laboratory services, especially those equipped to handle high-capacity diagnostic testing. Companies that specialise in laboratory facilities, testing equipment, and necessary personnel could find this contract appealing. As the procurement was conducted by a major governmental department, businesses with a reputation for reliability and competence in public health-related services will be especially well-suited to engage in such tenders, potentially leading to expanded partnerships and growth within the health industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Accora - Laboratory testing services

Notice Description

Provision of laboratory testing services including the provision of the laboratory facilities, testing equipment, consumables and personnel for performance of diagnostic (RT-PCR) testing for COVID-19, and delivery of reports

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ce10d766-e6ef-4747-8346-1c99e2a74d31
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dea832ea-8290-4cbe-bfb3-0f5ddcd5617f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£18,729,060 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£18,729,060 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Nov 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Oct 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Oct 20205 years ago
Contract Period
23 Oct 2020 - 8 Dec 2020 1-6 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
Contact Name
Procurement Operations
Contact Email
procurement.operations@dhsc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

ACCORA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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