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Rapid Flu/Covid testing

NORTHERN LINCOLNSHIRE AND GOOLE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Summary of the contracting process

The Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust has completed a procurement process for the replacement of eight analysers related to Rapid Flu/Covid testing, under a reagent rental agreement. Contracted by Diagnostics for the Real World (Europe) Limited, this tender falls within the public authority central government sector and is classified under the category of reagents and contrast media. Located at Diana Princess Of Wales Hospital in Grimsby, UK, the procurement was executed through a direct award method, valued at approximately £625,397.76 gross over an initial one-year term, with options for two additional one-year extensions. The contract commenced on 11 February 2026 and is scheduled to conclude on 10 February 2027, with a maximum extension until 10 February 2029.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in medical diagnostics, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises given the tailored procurement method which ensures continuity of service amidst analyser upgrades. Companies with expertise in reagents and medical testing supplies are poised to benefit, enhancing their market presence and capability to support NHS operations. The need for next-generation analysers, as facilitated by this procurement process, underscores the demand for innovative solutions in the diagnostics industry which presents a strategic opportunity for commercial expansion and partnerships.

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Notice Title

Rapid Flu/Covid testing

Notice Description

Replacement of eight analysers, under a reagent rental agreement, Annual value of kits PS173,721.60 excl VAT.

Procurement Information

Continuity of service.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060520
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020867-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33696000 - Reagents and contrast media

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£521,164 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£521,164 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jan 20263 months ago
Contract Period
11 Feb 2026 - 10 Feb 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHERN LINCOLNSHIRE AND GOOLE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GRIMSBY
Postcode
DN33 2BA
Post Town
Doncaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE13 North and North East Lincolnshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
North East Lincolnshire
Electoral Ward
Park
Westminster Constituency
Great Grimsby and Cleethorpes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DIAGNOSTICS FOR THE REAL WORLD (EUROPE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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