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title: "GeneXpert SARS-CoV-2/Flu/RSV"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0e2882f2-066a-4eb1-8e3f-e665e8349543"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2025-09-18"
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# GeneXpert SARS-CoV-2/Flu/RSV

Buyer: NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0e2882f2-066a-4eb1-8e3f-e665e8349543

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "GeneXpert SARS-CoV-2/Flu/RSV" conducted by Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has reached the award stage as of 18th September 2025. This tender, classified under the industry category of manual swab test kits with CPV code 38911000, was valued at £74,000. The procurement method was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, which signifies a pre-established framework that the Trust can draw upon. The tender process concluded on 17th September 2025, and the contract period extends from 18th September 2025 to 9th October 2025, facilitating the delivery of goods within the United Kingdom.

This tender offers growth opportunities for businesses specialising in diagnostic testing supplies, particularly those capable of providing manual swab test kits. However, it's important to note that the suitability criteria were not oriented towards SMEs or VCSEs. Thus, companies with a focus on large-scale operations in the healthcare or biotechnology sectors are particularly well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders. The supplier awarded the contract is Cepheid UK Limited, demonstrating their capacity to meet the demands of the healthcare industry through tailored solutions for complex testing needs.

## Notice

Cold & Flu testing

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/573b1459-d4d3-44f8-8397-cf3e98108f75 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 17 Sep 2025 - 9 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £74,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £74,000 |
| 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 | NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE27 0QJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | North Tyneside |
| Electoral ward | Shiremoor |
| Westminster constituency | Tynemouth |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38911000 - Manual swab test kits

## Release History

- 18 Sep 2025 at 08:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/573b1459-d4d3-44f8-8397-cf3e98108f75

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/573b1459-d4d3-44f8-8397-cf3e98108f75
  18th September 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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