Award

Supply of a booking platform to facilitate the purchase of Covid-19 test(s)

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

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Award

13 Sep 2021 at 16:04

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, managed by the Department of Health and Social Care, involves the supply of a booking platform to facilitate the purchase of Covid-19 tests. This contract falls under the industry category of travel services, specifically focused on services, and is located in London, UK. The procurement method used was a limited procedure with an award without prior publication due to extreme urgency. The contract was signed on 3rd August 2021, and although the procurement status is complete, it serves as an interim solution to address gaps in service and operational risks until October 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in software development, digital platforms, and health tech solutions that can quickly adapt to meet urgent needs under strict guidelines. Companies that have experience working within healthcare regulations and the ability to deliver necessary services under tight deadlines will find themselves well-positioned to compete in this market. Engaging in such contracts can enhance a business's reputation while contributing positively to public health initiatives.

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Notice Title

Supply of a booking platform to facilitate the purchase of Covid-19 test(s)

Notice Description

Supply of a booking platform to facilitate the purchase of Covid-19 test(s) by a person who is required by law take Covid-19 test(s) when arriving in the UK from a country designated as being on the 'Amber List' or 'Green List'

Lot Information

Lot 1

A number of contracting options have been considered including contracting via a CCS consultancy framework with the consultancy partner then subcontracting the work to CTM, this has however been commercially rejected due to high fees. MQS Commercial's recommendation that a direct award under section 32(2)(c) of the Public Contract Regulations 2015 is made. The duration is short term in nature to October 21.

Procurement Information

Interim solution only, gap in service would results in operational risk for MQS.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02e031
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022722-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

63515000 - Travel services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Aug 20214 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
stephen.boddy@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
TLE41 Bradford

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CORPORATE TRAVEL MANAGEMENT NORTH

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