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Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) ("NSS")

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06 Feb 2019 at 00:00

OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), is initiating a planned tender for "Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing" to procure essential equipment and kits aimed at enhancing the trisomy screening programme for expectant mothers. This procurement, categorised under the health industry, is based in Edinburgh, UK, with a total estimated value of £400,000. The process is currently in the planning stage, with a contract notice expected to be issued around mid-June 2019. Interested suppliers are encouraged to express their interest in participating in an upcoming supplier presentation scheduled for April 25, 2019, where a maximum of five suppliers will be selected based on their relevant experience.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in healthcare technology, particularly those that provide laboratory equipment, reagents, and associated IT hardware. Companies that can demonstrate prior experience in delivering similar solutions in clinical settings would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement can help businesses expand their reach within the public health sector, especially through partnerships with the NHS by providing innovative solutions that improve patient care and operational efficiency.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing

Notice Description

The project is seeking to procure equipment and kit which will deliver an evaluative implementation of Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) as a second line screen for the first and second trimester trisomy 21, 13 and 18 screening programme. It aims to provide a better patient experience by improving the diagnostic performance of the screen with the offer of NIPT as a second line screen. This will mean fewer women having a higher chance result, which should mean fewer women having an invasive diagnostic test and reducing the number of procedure-related miscarriages.

Lot Information

Purchase of NIPT Equipment & Kit

The project is seeking to procure equipment and kit which will deliver an evaluative implementation of Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) as a second line screen for the first and second trimester trisomy 21,13 and 18 screening programme. It aims to provide a better patient experience by improving the diagnostic performance of the screening programme with the offer of NIPT as a second line screen. This will mean fewer women having a higher chance result, which should mean fewer women having an invasive diagnostic test and reducing the number of procedure-related miscarriages. The scope of the laboratory solution procurement will be for the provision of a cost effective and sustainable approach to the delivery of laboratory test equipment which will include consumables and reagents, any necessary associated IT network connectivity hardware and software, installation requirements, preventative and breakdown maintenance including replacement parts and on-site and remote technical / service support.. Please note that the Contracting Authority will only be awarding one Lot, depending upon which option (purchase or lease) best fits the procurement strategy and available budget.

Lease of NIPT Equipment and Kit

The project is seeking to procure equipment and kit which will deliver an evaluative implementation of Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) as a second line screen for the first and second trimester trisomy 21,13 and 18 screening programme. It aims to provide a better patient experience by improving the diagnostic performance of the screening programme with the offer of NIPT as a second line screen. This will mean fewer women having a higher chance result, which should mean fewer women having an invasive diagnostic test and reducing the number of procedure-related miscarriages. The scope of the laboratory solution procurement will be for the provision of a cost effective and sustainable approach to the delivery of laboratory test equipment which will include consumables and reagents, any necessary associated IT network connectivity hardware and software, installation requirements, preventative and breakdown maintenance including replacement parts and on-site and remote technical / service support.. Please note that the Contracting Authority will only be awarding one Lot, depending upon which option (purchase or lease) best fits the procurement strategy and available budget.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000568846
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB344633
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

51 - Installation services (except software)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

51430000 - Installation services of laboratory equipment

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
17 Jun 2019Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) ("NSS")
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB344633
    Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing - The project is seeking to procure equipment and kit which will deliver an evaluative implementation of Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) as a second line screen for the first and second trimester trisomy 21, 13 and 18 screening programme. It aims to provide a better patient experience by improving the diagnostic performance of the screen with the offer of NIPT as a second line screen. This will mean fewer women having a higher chance result, which should mean fewer women having an invasive diagnostic test and reducing the number of procedure-related miscarriages.

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