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West Northamptonshire Council - Point of Care Testing (POCT) Equipment and Support Framework for NHS Health Check Services

WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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Award

20 Mar 2026 at 14:39

Tender

27 Jan 2026 at 15:22

Summary of the contracting process

West Northamptonshire Council has completed the contracting process for a framework agreement titled "Point of Care Testing (POCT) Equipment and Support Framework for NHS Health Check Services." This procurement falls within the industry category of diagnostic devices and targets the provision, maintenance, repair, and replacement of POCT equipment. The framework, processed under an open procedure, involves a single-supplier agreement and serves regions in the United Kingdom, specifically UKF24. After commencing on 2nd April 2026, it is set to operate for an initial period of 12 months, with possible extensions up to 2029. The contract was awarded to BHR Pharmaceuticals Limited, with a gross monetary value of £420,000. The award was announced on 20th March 2026, subsequent to an award notice published the same day.

This procurement initiative offers significant business growth opportunities, especially for SMEs specialised in providing diagnostic devices and related support services. Companies with a strong track record in maintaining medical equipment and working under a framework agreement without competition reopening are well-suited to similar tenders. By tapping into government frameworks and demonstrating competitive pricing and high-quality service delivery, businesses can considerably enhance their portfolio and secure steady income streams. The exclusive nature of this single-supplier framework allows the selected supplier to build a structured business relationship with a government authority, potentially leading to further collaboration opportunities.

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Notice Title

West Northamptonshire Council - Point of Care Testing (POCT) Equipment and Support Framework for NHS Health Check Services

Notice Description

West Northamptonshire Council conducted an Open Procedure to establish a single-supplier framework agreement for the provision of Point of Care Testing (POCT) equipment and associated support services for use within the NHS Health Check programme. The scope includes the supply, maintenance, repair and replacement of POCT equipment. The framework supports delivery of NHS Health Checks, however the delivery of Health Checks themselves is out of scope and commissioned separately.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract will be awarded for an initial period of 12 months. The Authority may, at its sole discretion, extend the contract for up to two further periods of 12 months each, subject to continued operational need, satisfactory performance, and the availability of funding. Any extension will be on the same terms and conditions as the original contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060feb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025840-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33124100 - Diagnostic devices

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
2029-01-27

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN1 1ED
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF24 West Northamptonshire

Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Northampton North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BHR PHARMACEUTICALS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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