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title: "POCT Equipment (Reactive Proteins)"
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buyer: "KENT COMMUNITY HEALTH N H S FOUNDATION TRUST"
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# POCT Equipment (Reactive Proteins)

Buyer: KENT COMMUNITY HEALTH N H S FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-073169fb-b54d-473b-a17a-b35fe67e020d

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## Summary

The procurement process for the purchase of reagents and consumables for Point of Care Testing (POCT) equipment has been completed by the Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust. This contract, titled "POCT Equipment (Reactive Proteins)," falls under the industry category of Reagents and Contrast Media and is set in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically as a call-off from the NHS Supply Chain Framework, with a contract period from 1st January 2026 to 31st December 2029. The value of the contract is £160,000, and the award status was activated on 5th December 2025. The buying organisation, represented by Connor Hubbard, is located in Ashford, England.

This awarded contract provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory diagnostics, particularly those focusing on reagents for POCT equipment. The contract supports the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as it explicitly recognises their suitability for participation. Companies with expertise in supplying medical reagents and consumables that align with the evolving needs of healthcare services would find this contract beneficial for enhancing their market presence and portfolio. The framework agreement approach ensures reliability and consistency in procurement, making it an advantageous avenue for businesses meeting the stipulated criteria.

## Notice

Contract for the purchase of reagents and consumables for POCT equipment used by the trust's services, This contract has been awarded via the NHS Supply Chain Framework for supply of Laboratory Diagnostics, Point of Care Testing and Pathology Managed Services, reference: 2023/S 000028831. 36 month contract with an optional extension opportunity of 12 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c6aa683d-fd71-4304-82e4-5200659827eb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £160,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £160,000 |
| 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 | KENT COMMUNITY HEALTH N H S FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | ASHFORD |
| Post town | Tonbridge |
| Postcode | TN25 4AZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Ashford |
| Electoral ward | Goat Lees |
| Westminster constituency | Ashford |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNA HEALTH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33696000 - Reagents and contrast media

## Release History

- 28 Jan 2026 at 14:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c6aa683d-fd71-4304-82e4-5200659827eb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c6aa683d-fd71-4304-82e4-5200659827eb
  28th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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