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TB Molecular Diagnostics

THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by The Common Services Agency, commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), centres around the award of a contract for TB Molecular Diagnostics. This initiative aims to establish a standardised platform for rapid molecular diagnostics to detect tuberculosis across all NHS Scotland Health Boards, following a thorough review by the Scottish Microbiology and Virology Network. The contract, valued at £362,713, was awarded on 21 February 2020 and is part of an open procurement procedure under the health services category. The contract is currently active and involves the delivery of services to multiple locations across Scotland, specifically targeting all NHS Scotland Health Boards.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the healthcare and diagnostic technology sectors, particularly for firms specialising in molecular diagnostics and related services. Companies that can offer innovative and efficient diagnostic solutions, specifically those capable of providing services across a network of health boards, will be well-positioned to compete. With a focus on advancing TB detection methodologies, this procurement is ideal for both established players and emerging enterprises looking to expand their footprint in the public health domain.

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Notice Title

TB Molecular Diagnostics

Notice Description

Following a review of diagnostic testing for tuberculosis (TB) by Scottish Microbiology and Virology Network (SMVN), NHS Scotland has made the decision to implement rapid molecular diagnostics to detect TB in a 'once for Scotland' approach. This procurement is to identify a standardised platform that will be implemented across all NHS Scotland Health Boards to provide molecular diagnostic testing for TB.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Following a review of diagnostic testing for tuberculosis (TB) by Scottish Microbiology and Virology Network (SMVN), NHS Scotland has made the decision to implement rapid molecular diagnostics to detect TB in a 'once for Scotland' approach. This procurement is to identify a standardised platform that will be implemented across all NHS Scotland Health Boards to provide molecular diagnostic testing for TB.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000608666
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL390261
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

33124110 - Diagnostic systems

71632000 - Technical testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£362,713 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Feb 20206 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")
Contact Name
Josh Foggo
Contact Email
joshfoggo@nhs.net
Contact Phone
+44 1313141051

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Post Town
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CEPHEID

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL390261
    TB Molecular Diagnostics - Following a review of diagnostic testing for tuberculosis (TB) by Scottish Microbiology and Virology Network (SMVN), NHS Scotland has made the decision to implement rapid molecular diagnostics to detect TB in a 'once for Scotland' approach. This procurement is to identify a standardised platform that will be implemented across all NHS Scotland Health Boards to provide molecular diagnostic testing for TB.

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