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Covid-Sequencing Library preparation automation

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 for the 'Covid-Sequencing Library Preparation Automation' was conducted by the Common Services Agency, also known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), headquartered in Edinburgh. This procurement falls under the health industry category and was completed with an open procedure. The contract was awarded on 7 June 2021, and its total value is £493,416.55. Although the competitive tender stage has concluded, the initiative aimed to establish a Scottish NHS Sequencing Service, which focuses on sequencing COVID-19 positive cases.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in laboratory automation and robotics, particularly those that can provide innovative solutions for healthcare systems. Companies like Hamilton Sales and Service UK Ltd, which possess large-scale capabilities and experience in health-related contracts, may find their expertise well suited to similar future procurements. This project not only underscores the importance of advanced technological solutions in public health but also opens avenues for suppliers in the health sector to expand their business and engage in future NHS contracts.

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Notice Title

Covid-Sequencing Library preparation automation

Notice Description

National Procurement and PHS working together developed a proposal for establishing a Scottish NHS Sequencing Service initially to focus on sequencing of all Covid-19 Scottish positives.

Lot Information

Lot 1

National Procurement and PHS working together developed a proposal for establishing a Scottish NHS Sequencing Service initially to focus on sequencing of all Covid-19 Scottish positives. There is a phased plan to increase the capacity for sequencing from 200 sequences per week to 5000 sequences per week. This requirement covers phase 2 of the implementation of the service and covers automation of the library preparation prior to sequencing. The requirement is being called off of the APUC Liquid Handling Robotics and Laboratory Automation Systems - National Framework Agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000656775
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN417706
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£493,416 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jun 20214 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
Not specified
Contact Email
cameron.wright@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1698794410

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

HAMILTON SALES AND SERVICE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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