Planning

UKHSA Diagnostics and Research Open Framework

UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

  • Contract Timeline

    Publication Date

    18th December 2024 17:17:58 PM

  • Contract Summary

    The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care acting through the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is seeking to appoint suppliers to a multi-lot open framework agreement. The proposed agreement, UKHSA Diagnostics and Research Framework, will source supplies and services for diagnostics and research activities. The term of the proposed open framework will be 8 years. The open framework shall be reopened to new suppliers at least twice within the 8 years. The UKHSA Diagnostics and Research Framework will include, but not be limited to, the supply of diagnostics goods or services for the qualitative/quantitative examination of specimens/samples and the supply of research use only goods or services for the qualitative/quantitative examination of specimens/samples. This open framework will be used to support UKHSA core functions and provide access partners with a route to source diagnostics and research equipment, consumables and services. The intention of this framework is to complement other frameworks in this space, such as the NHS Supply Chains Laboratory Diagnostics, Point of Care Testing and Pathology Managed Services Framework. Estimated cost excluding VAT £5,000,000,000 Lot 1 Diagnostics UKCA/CE Marked and MHRA approved Diagnostics equipment, consumables and maintenance supplies and related services Lot 2 Research and Development Equipment, maintenance, consumables, products and services for the purpose of research, experimentation, study or development. Additional information: Additional Information UK Health Security Agency as the contracting authority is putting in place an open framework for diagnostics and research equipment, consumables and related services. This framework will be used to support UKHSA core functions across its diagnostics and research activities. For more information see UKHSA 10 year science strategy - https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ukhsa-science-strategy-2023-to-2033-securing-health-and-prosperity The framework is intended to be accessed by UK Public Sector bodies including UKHSA, the Department of Health and Social Care, Public Health Wales, Public Health Scotland, NHS Authorities and Trusts, Special Health Authorities, Local Authorities and any other NHS entity or successor body. (A complete list of NHS Authorities and Trusts and special health authorities can be found here: https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/nhs-provider-directory/ ). The framework can also be accessed by academic and charitable institutions. The framework value range is an estimate only and the values may vary dependent on the requirements of UKHSA and the other authorities who may choose to participate and purchase supplies and services over the life of the framework agreement. The framework value range of £5,000,000,000 GBP is an approximate estimate only. The actual values will be to such level as those purchasing under the Open Framework consider necessary to provide suitable requirements. UKHSA works with DHSC and the NHS in its role as a national and international emergency responder to current and emerging threats to public health. As demonstrated by the COVID-19 pandemic, the exact nature, timing and escalation of such threats (and the corresponding required responses) can be difficult to foresee, making any exercise in future value estimation unpredictable. The date listed as the "estimated date of publication of contract notice" is the date that UKHSA believes it will be able to start the tendering process. This date may be subject to change following feedback from suppliers regarding when they believe the market is in a position for a tender to submit tenders. UKHSA welcomes expressions of interest from SMEs and niche suppliers. All interested suppliers are required to register on the UKHSA eTendering Portal. All communications from suppliers must be sent through this platform. All information on future engagement events will be provided through this portal. https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome Additionally, following the commencement of the Procurement Act 2023, all suppliers shall need to join the Central Digital Platform. The anticipated onboarding process shall begin from late January 2025. Please see the communications for the new platform below. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/procurement-act-2023-short-guides/central-digital-platform-factsheet-html

  • Contract Details

    Open Contracting ID

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    Contracts Finder

    Procurement Stage

    Planning

    Procurement Method

    Open

    Procurement Method Details

    Open Procedure (above Threshold)

    Procurement Category

    Goods

    Tender Suitability

    SME VCSE

    Framework / DPS

    Framework

  • Contract Classification

    CPV Code(s)

    33000000
    33100000
    33124100
    33141625
    33600000
    38430000
    38431000
    38433100
    38434000
    38434500
    38434510
    38434520
    38434540
    38434550
    38434570
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    38436100
    38950000
    50400000
    50410000
    50411000
    50412000
    50413000
    50430000
    50433000
    71900000
    73111000

    CPV Division(s)

    33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
    38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
    50 - Repair and maintenance services
    71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
    73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

  • Awarding Authority

    UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

    Buyer Name

    UKHSA Commercial

    Buyer Email

    nmf.scientific@ukhsa.gov.uk

    Buyer Phone

    Buyer Address

    10 SOUTH COLONADE

    London

    E14 4PU

    United Kingdom


Planning

UKHSA Diagnostics and Research Open Framework

UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

  • Contract Timeline

    Publication Date

    18th December 2024 17:13:21 PM

  • Contract Summary

    The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care acting through the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is seeking to appoint suppliers to a multi-lot open framework agreement. The proposed agreement, UKHSA Diagnostics and Research Framework, will source supplies and services for diagnostics and research activities. The term of the proposed open framework will be 8 years. The open framework shall be reopened to new suppliers at least twice within the 8 years. The UKHSA Diagnostics and Research Framework will include, but not be limited to, the supply of diagnostics goods or services for the qualitative/quantitative examination of specimens/samples and the supply of research use only goods or services for the qualitative/quantitative examination of specimens/samples. This open framework will be used to support UKHSA core functions and provide access partners with a route to source diagnostics and research equipment, consumables and services. The intention of this framework is to complement other frameworks in this space, such as the NHS Supply Chains Laboratory Diagnostics, Point of Care Testing and Pathology Managed Services Framework. Estimated cost excluding VAT £5,000,000,000 Lot 1 Diagnostics UKCA/CE Marked and MHRA approved Diagnostics equipment, consumables and maintenance supplies and related services Lot 2 Research and Development Equipment, maintenance, consumables, products and services for the purpose of research, experimentation, study or development. Additional information: Additional Information UK Health Security Agency as the contracting authority is putting in place an open framework for diagnostics and research equipment, consumables and related services. This framework will be used to support UKHSA core functions across its diagnostics and research activities. For more information see UKHSA 10 year science strategy - https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ukhsa-science-strategy-2023-to-2033-securing-health-and-prosperity The framework is intended to be accessed by UK Public Sector bodies including UKHSA, the Department of Health and Social Care, Public Health Wales, Public Health Scotland, NHS Authorities and Trusts, Special Health Authorities, Local Authorities and any other NHS entity or successor body. (A complete list of NHS Authorities and Trusts and special health authorities can be found here: https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/nhs-provider-directory/ ). The framework can also be accessed by academic and charitable institutions. The framework value range is an estimate only and the values may vary dependent on the requirements of UKHSA and the other authorities who may choose to participate and purchase supplies and services over the life of the framework agreement. The framework value range of £5,000,000,000 GBP is an approximate estimate only. The actual values will be to such level as those purchasing under the Open Framework consider necessary to provide suitable requirements. UKHSA works with DHSC and the NHS in its role as a national and international emergency responder to current and emerging threats to public health. As demonstrated by the COVID-19 pandemic, the exact nature, timing and escalation of such threats (and the corresponding required responses) can be difficult to foresee, making any exercise in future value estimation unpredictable. The date listed as the "estimated date of publication of contract notice" is the date that UKHSA believes it will be able to start the tendering process. This date may be subject to change following feedback from suppliers regarding when they believe the market is in a position for a tender to submit tenders. UKHSA welcomes expressions of interest from SMEs and niche suppliers. All interested suppliers are required to register on the UKHSA eTendering Portal. All communications from suppliers must be sent through this platform. All information on future engagement events will be provided through this portal. https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome Additionally, following the commencement of the Procurement Act 2023, all suppliers shall need to join the Central Digital Platform. The anticipated onboarding process shall begin from late January 2025. Please see the communications for the new platform below. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/procurement-act-2023-short-guides/central-digital-platform-factsheet-html :~:text=The CDP is the place,changed and other useful information.

  • Contract Details

    Open Contracting ID

    ocds-b5fd17-ce235e3e-bbeb-41ae-a4f1-5880d11d5eed

    Publication Source

    Contracts Finder

    Procurement Stage

    Planning

    Procurement Method

    Open

    Procurement Method Details

    Open Procedure (above Threshold)

    Procurement Category

    Goods

    Tender Suitability

    SME VCSE

    Framework / DPS

    Framework

  • Contract Classification

    CPV Code(s)

    33000000
    33100000
    33124100
    33141625
    33600000
    38430000
    38431000
    38433100
    38434000
    38434500
    38434510
    38434520
    38434540
    38434550
    38434570
    38434580
    38436100
    38950000
    50400000
    50410000
    50411000
    50412000
    50413000
    50430000
    50433000
    71900000
    73111000

    CPV Division(s)

    33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
    38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
    50 - Repair and maintenance services
    71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
    73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

  • Awarding Authority

    UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

    Buyer Name

    UKHSA Commercial

    Buyer Email

    nmf.scientific@ukhsa.gov.uk

    Buyer Phone

    Buyer Address

    10 SOUTH COLONADE

    London

    E14 4PU

    United Kingdom