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Microbiology testing managed service

WEST SUFFOLK NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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11 Mar 2025 at 16:18

Summary of the contracting process

The West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust has completed the procurement process for a microbiology testing managed service, classified under laboratory services (CPV code 71900000). The service includes specific tests such as MBT Biotarget 96 IVD, IVD Bacterial Test Standard, and IVD Matrix HCCA-portioned. This call-off from a framework agreement used a selective procurement method. The contract, awarded on 25th November 2024, will commence on 1st January 2025 and run until 31st December 2033, servicing the East of England region from Bury St Edmunds (IP33 2QZ). The total value of the contract is £568,552.93 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in laboratory services and microbiology testing. Although this particular contract was awarded to Chrystal Consulting Limited, SMEs and other relevant providers can explore future opportunities within similar frameworks. Businesses that specialise in medical testing solutions or provide comprehensive laboratory services could find an attractive niche, enhancing their chances of growth by positioning themselves as key suppliers for long-term contracts with NHS Trusts and other public health organisations.

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Notice Title

Microbiology testing managed service

Notice Description

The tests capable of being performed are as follows: MBT Biotarget 96 IVD, IVD Bacterial Test Standard and IVD Matrix HCCA-portioned

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-efa5c472-07b9-45d3-ae99-9b9929e6a1e9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1fd7d0a-f3fc-4bdf-a0fe-ae680ba9dc58
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
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
£557,815 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£568,552 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2033 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST SUFFOLK NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BURY ST EDMUNDS
Postcode
IP33 2QZ
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH64 West Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
West Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Southgate
Westminster Constituency
Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CHRYSTAL CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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