Award

Lateral Flow Testing Kits

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

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Award

16 Mar 2021 at 19:44

Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health and Social Care has completed a procurement process for Lateral Flow Testing Kits, essential for addressing urgent requirements during the Covid-19 pandemic. This procurement, classified under the goods category and particularly under Diagnostic kits (CPV code: 33141625), has utilised an open procurement method with an accelerated procedure due to the unique circumstances. The framework was awarded on 16th February 2021, and the related contracts are currently categorized as active, engaging suppliers who are required to meet stringent quality and pricing criteria.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in medical consumables, particularly those involved in diagnostic devices and testing solutions. Companies that can meet the rigorous specifications—such as validation, CE marking, and beneficial pricing structures—will find themselves well-positioned to compete. With a variety of awarded suppliers including both SMEs and larger entities, there is potential for both niche and scale players to engage in this lucrative market, which is vital in maintaining public health standards during ongoing health crises.

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Notice Title

Lateral Flow Testing Kits

Notice Description

In light of the urgent requirement and as part of national measures to deal with the covid-19 pandemic, DHSC has a requirement for the supply of Lateral Flow Testing Kits. The procurement has appointed bidders to the framework.

Lot Information

Lot 1

In light of the urgent requirement and as part of national measures to deal with the covid-19 pandemic, DHSC has a requirement for the supply of Lateral Flow Testing Kits. The procurement was undertaken on an accelerated basis (Regulation 27(5) PCR). The procurement appointed bidders tothe framework. Additional information: The framework segments bids into lots, which are defined by Pack size (number of tests per kit /innerbox). Appointment onto a given lot is subject to the criteria stated in the procurement documents.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-029c5a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005353-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33124100 - Diagnostic devices

33124130 - Diagnostic supplies

33127000 - Immuno-analysis devices

33140000 - Medical consumables

33141625 - Diagnostic kits

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Feb 20215 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
ttprocurement@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
5
Supplier Names

ABBOTT RAPID DIAGNOSTICS

INNOVA MEDICAL GROUP

SIEMENS HEALTHCARE DIAGNOSTICS

TANNER PHARMA

UNA HEALTH

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