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Appointment of an External Expert Advisor for UK NEQAS Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing Scheme

UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

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03 Jul 2025 at 09:25

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Health Security Agency has initiated an open tender process to appoint an External Expert Advisor for the UK NEQAS Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing Scheme. This procurement falls under the category of laboratory services, and the contract is located in the United Kingdom. The tender stage is currently active, with enquiry submissions ending on 11th July 2025 and the closing date for tenders on 18th July 2025. Interested bidders can expect the contract to commence on 15th August 2025 with a potential extension period. The open competition procurement method invites submissions via electronic policy and offers a contract value of approximately £60,000, increasing to £72,000 with tax included.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory services and those with expertise in antimicrobial susceptibility testing. It is particularly suited for organisations with experience in providing expert advisory roles within healthcare or related scientific sectors. Due to the open nature of the competition, a diverse range of businesses, from small to large enterprises, can participate if they meet the specific award criteria outlined in the tender documents. Moreover, this contract offers potential for future extension, thus providing a longer-term business opportunity for the successful bidder.

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Notice Title

Appointment of an External Expert Advisor for UK NEQAS Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing Scheme

Notice Description

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is intending to appoint an External Expert Advisor for its UK NEQAS Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing Scheme.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055817
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037021-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Aug 2025 - 14 Aug 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement.notices@ukhsa.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

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