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buyer: "FRIMLEY HEALTH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2020-03-16"
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# Invitation to Tender for the

Buyer: FRIMLEY HEALTH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-04953c22-c937-46b1-9666-2467a0699566

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## Summary

The procurement process involves an Invitation to Tender from Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, seeking a supplier for Internal Quality Control materials needed in the Clinical Biochemistry, Immunology, and Virology departments within Berkshire and Surrey Pathology Services (BSPS). The total budget allocated for this project is £350,000 and it is classified under the CPV code for laboratory reagents. The bidding period is open until 6th April 2020, while the contracted supply period will commence on 5th May 2020 and run for two years, ending on 4th May 2022. This procurement is being conducted under an open procedure, indicating that any eligible supplier may submit a tender.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory reagents, particularly those capable of providing high-quality Internal Quality Control materials that meet UKAS standards. Companies that have the capacity to deliver a sufficient quantity of materials for a two-year period without lot or batch changes would be particularly well-suited to compete. This procurement could facilitate growth for suppliers focused on innovation and quality in laboratory supplies, potentially positioning them as valuable partners for the NHS in meeting rigorous healthcare standards.

## Notice

Berkshire and Surrey Pathology Services ("BSPS") is seeking a supplier of all of the Internal Quality Control (IQC) materials required for the Clinical Biochemistry, Immunology and Virology departments within Berkshire and Surrey Pathology Services (BSPS). We require materials that will be easy to use, require minimal preparation time, have long shelf-life and that have proven long term stability. Any tender must include sufficient quantity for 2 years, must be able to supply bulk without lot/batch changes, suitable to meet the requirements for all Clinical Biochemistry , Immunology and Virology equipments currently placed in the five laboratories. All materials supplied must comply with UKAS standards and Clinical Governance directives. Additional information: The tender documents are available on the above mentioned link

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d646f205-b33c-401a-8012-36a4c7648812 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Mar 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Apr 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 May 2020 - 4 May 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £350,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | FRIMLEY HEALTH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | FRIMLEY |
| Post town | Guildford |
| Postcode | GU16 7UJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ25 West Surrey |
| Local authority | Surrey Heath |
| Electoral ward | Frimley |
| Westminster constituency | Surrey Heath |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33696500 - Laboratory reagents

## Release History

- 16 Mar 2020 at 15:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d646f205-b33c-401a-8012-36a4c7648812

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d646f205-b33c-401a-8012-36a4c7648812
  16th March 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://commercialsolutions.bravosolution.co.uk
  E-tendering Platform

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