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title: "GB-Middlesbrough: ERDF - Laboratory Testing of Non Hazardous Formulation for Hydrochem Group"
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# GB-Middlesbrough: ERDF - Laboratory Testing of Non Hazardous Formulation for Hydrochem Group

Buyer: TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-01aa1e70-e908-4244-9862-4d5cb3a998af

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## Summary

Teesside University has recently completed a procurement process for laboratory testing services related to the non-hazardous formulation of SteriChelle. This contract, valued at £9,900, was awarded under the open procurement method, with the award made on 5th January 2021. The contracting authority sought testing facilities in the North East of the UK to validate the effectiveness of their product against COVID-19. The contract period is set to run from 6th January 2021 to 31st March 2021, concluding recent activities in the tendering stage.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) in the laboratory services sector, particularly those with expertise in testing and analysis related to public health products. Businesses that specialise in laboratory testing, especially those equipped to handle biocontainment and are familiar with EN14476 regulations, would be well-suited to participate in similar procurement processes in the future. Engaging in such contracts can not only bolster the capabilities of these enterprises but also expand their market reach within the vital healthcare and public safety industries.

## Notice

This is ERDF funded. Laboratory Testing of Non- Hazardous formulation to EN14476 / 2013 + A2 / 2019 for Hydrochem. The company is looking to validate the effectiveness of SteriChelle via specialist laboratory facilities. SteriChelle has already gone through rigorous testing against the coronavirus, the company would like to put it to a UK laboratory for testing against the COVID-19 strain ASAP. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/792a01ca-ba86-4f6c-95bf-08fdbb8c8c52 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Jan 2021 |
| Contract period | 6 Jan 2021 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £9,900 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £9,900 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | MIDDLESBROUGH |
| Post town | Cleveland |
| Postcode | TS1 3BX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC32 South Teesside |
| Local authority | Middlesbrough |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Middlesbrough and Thornaby East |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OPTYMUM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71900000 - Laboratory services

## Release History

- 6 Jan 2021 at 09:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/792a01ca-ba86-4f6c-95bf-08fdbb8c8c52

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/792a01ca-ba86-4f6c-95bf-08fdbb8c8c52
  6th January 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=557959809
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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