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Triple Irradiated Tryptone Soya Agar and Sabouraud Dextrose Agar Plates (Pharmacy Use)

BUSINESS SERVICES ORGANISATION, PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SERVICE ON BEHALF ON BELFAST HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST, NORTHERN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST AND WESTERN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST.

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

20 Feb 2025 at 15:39

Tender

23 Sep 2024 at 14:53

Planning

22 Apr 2024 at 18:48

Summary of the contracting process

The Business Services Organisation, Procurement and Logistics Service (BSO PaLS) has awarded a contract under an open procedure for the provision of Triple Irradiated Tryptone Soya Agar and Sabouraud Dextrose Agar Plates for pharmacy use. This contract, valued at £1,663,176, is managed on behalf of the Belfast, Northern, and Western Health and Social Care Trusts, and includes a potential extension period of up to 36 months. The tender process, which adhered to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, concluded with the contract being signed on 19th February 2025. The procurement stage is now complete, and the contract has been awarded to BIOMERIEUX UK LIMITED.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses within the laboratory reagents sector, particularly those capable of supplying high-quality diagnostic supplies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to explore similar tenders to expand their market presence and leverage public sector partnerships. The high emphasis on cost (with an 80% weighting) suggests that competitive pricing will be crucial for successful bids in future such tenders. Engaging in these procurement opportunities can lead to steady revenue streams and a strengthened portfolio for involved suppliers.

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Notice Title

Triple Irradiated Tryptone Soya Agar and Sabouraud Dextrose Agar Plates (Pharmacy Use)

Notice Description

Triple Irradiated Tryptone Soya Agar and Sabouraud Dextrose Agar Plates (Pharmacy Use)

Lot Information

Lot 1

Triple Irradiated Tryptone Soya Agar and Sabouraud Dextrose Agar Plates (Pharmacy Use) Additional information: This contract is by a Central Purchasing Body, operated by BSO PaLS on behalf of the Belfast, Northern and Western Health and Social Care Trusts. The total contract value is PS1,663,176.00. The initial contract period of 5 years is PS966,140.00. Should the option of an additional 36 months extension be utilised as per clause 2.2 of the SS17bc Commercial Conditions of Contracts for Supplies Contracts, the approximate spend is PS697,036.00. The contract also allows for an additional 18 month extension as per clause 2.3 of the SS17bc Commercial Conditions of Contracts for Supplies Contracts. None of the figures above represent a guarantee of uptake or minimum demand.

Options: Option to extend for any periods up to and including 36 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-045446
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006341-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33696500 - Laboratory reagents

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,821,683 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,821,683 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,663,176 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
16 Dec 2024Expired
Award Date
19 Feb 20251 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
BUSINESS SERVICES ORGANISATION, PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SERVICE ON BEHALF ON BELFAST HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST, NORTHERN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST AND WESTERN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST.
Additional Buyers

BELFAST HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST

BUSINESS SERVICES ORGANISATION, PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SERVICE ON BEHALF ON BELFAST HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST

NORTHERN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST

WESTERN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
palsgransha.sourcing@hscni.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DERRY
Postcode
BT47 6YZ
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN0A Derry City and Strabane
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland, TLN06 Belfast

Local Authority
Derry City and Strabane
Electoral Ward
Enagh
Westminster Constituency
Foyle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BIOMERIEUX

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