Tender

AF146- Low Complexity Molecular Tests for Start 4 All Project

LIVERPOOL SCHOOL OF TROPICAL MEDICINE

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Tender

06 Oct 2025 at 13:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine is currently seeking bids for the AF146-Low Complexity Molecular Tests for the Start 4 All Project. This active tender is intended for the supply of molecular tests across Bangladesh, Cameroon, Kenya, Nigeria, and Vietnam, with delivery to designated airports in these countries. The procurement, valued at USD 280,000, is conducted under an open procedure and divided into two lots: NPOC-NAATs and LC-aNAATs. The tender falls under the 'goods' category for medical equipment. Important deadlines include the tender period ending on 6 November 2025 and the enquiry period closing on 31 October 2025. The contract is set to commence on 1 January 2026 and culminate on 31 December 2026.

This tender presents significant business opportunities, especially for companies specialising in medical equipment manufacturing and distribution. Businesses offering comprehensive delivery and logistical services across the specified countries, particularly those with expertise in Incoterms DAP and CIP, are well suited to bid. Small and medium enterprises are encouraged to participate due to suitability provisions. The procurement process allows for a flexible approach where companies can bid on one or more lots, enhancing opportunities for businesses to strategically focus on specific regions or lot types, thus maximising potential growth and market entry prospects.

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Notice Title

AF146- Low Complexity Molecular Tests for Start 4 All Project

Notice Description

. The purpose of this project is for the supply of Low Complexity Molecular Tests for the Start 4 All Projects across the following countries, Bangladesh, Cameroon, Kenya, Nigeria and Vietnam. Delivery is required to the designated named airport in each specified country, with bidders requested to provide delivery terms under both Incoterms DAP (Delivered at Place) and CIP (Carriage and Insurance Paid To). The project is divided into two lots: Lot 1 (A-E) covering NPOC-NAATs and Lot 2 (A-E) covering LC-aNAATs. Bidders may submit proposals for all lots or any combination of lots, with each lot separated by test and by country, and are required to propose suitable tests and platforms for each named country. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=983864264

Lot Information

NPOC-NAATs

Supply and delivery of to Bangladesh, Cameroon, Kenya, Nigeria and Vietnam NPOC-NAATs. This Lot can be part awarded. See below link for quality questions https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/WYC6M2YAS9

LC-aNAATs

For supply and delivery of LC-aNAATs to Bangladesh, Cameroon, Kenya, Nigeria and Vietnam. This Lot can be part awarded. See below link for quality questions. https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/JP484FD7J3

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a8d0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062535-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£280,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£280,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LIVERPOOL SCHOOL OF TROPICAL MEDICINE
Contact Name
Purchasing attn Alex Fisher
Contact Email
purchasing@lstmed.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01513517713

Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 5QA
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Brownlow Hill
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

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