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title: "Aptamer Validation"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE"
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# Aptamer Validation

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0dfa24d9-7052-4546-b314-238c93c002c4

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## Summary

The Department of Health and Social Care has completed a procurement process for a contract titled "Aptamer Validation," which involves the manufacture of Lateral Flow Tests for validation at Porton Down. This contract falls under the diagnostic kits category within the healthcare industry and has a value of £250,000. The procurement method used was a limited negotiated procedure without prior publication, and the tender period ended on 30 November 2020. The contract period commenced on the same date and will conclude on 31 March 2021, with the contracting authority based in London, UK.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the healthcare and diagnostics sectors, particularly those specialising in the production of medical testing equipment. Companies that can supply reliable and efficient diagnostic kits, like Lateral Flow Tests, would be well-positioned to compete in future tenders similar to this, potentially aiding in the expansion of their operations and revenue streams. As the healthcare sector continues to adapt and respond to public health needs, businesses that can innovate and deliver quality products will find ample opportunities for growth.

## Notice

Contract for the manufacture of Lateral Flow Tests to be sent to Porton Down for validation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1763f90-7a93-4e6a-bffd-31aeb69cf941 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Nov 2020 |
| Contract period | 30 Nov 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £250,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 0EU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | APTAMER GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33141625 - Diagnostic kits

## Release History

- 12 Jan 2021 at 16:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1763f90-7a93-4e6a-bffd-31aeb69cf941

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1763f90-7a93-4e6a-bffd-31aeb69cf941
  12th January 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kF82/uEGPunkmK_2oWIpPXckT5Gn_mtsEMT5WzvDFPYg2vj8
  Aptamer Validation Contract - DHSC and AG Signed_Redacted
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kF83/lCC3dBd5prvCoLy7Ny605Tg97XO1WHEp2G.hw6KHaN0
  Justification_for_Use_of_Article_32__Aptamer

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