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title: "PHE_Scientific_Provision of T Cell Testing (National Immunisation Programme)"
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# PHE_Scientific_Provision of T Cell Testing (National Immunisation Programme)

Buyer: PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2244ca51-3cd7-4aff-b06f-754bbbd95483

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Public Health England (PHE) involved the awarding of a contract for the provision of T Cell Testing services as part of the National Immunisation Programme. This initiative, titled "PHE_Scientific_Provision of T Cell Testing," falls under the laboratory services industry category and is located in London, United Kingdom. The award was published on 5th October 2021, with the contract starting on 1st September 2021 and concluding on 31st January 2023, which may be extended for up to an additional year. The procurement method used was selective, employing a call-off from a framework agreement to secure Oxford Immunotec as the sole supplier for testing related to SARS-CoV-2.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses involved in laboratory services and those specialising in immunological testing, particularly in the context of COVID-19 response efforts. Companies well-suited to compete for similar future tenders include small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in immunology or diagnostic services who can offer innovative approaches to T cell testing. Engaging in such contracts not only opens pathways to new business relationships with public sector clients but also contributes to vital public health initiatives.

## Notice

Public Health England (PHE) has awarded a contract to Oxford Immunotec under Lot 2 of the National Microbiology Framework for services to carry T-SPOT(r) Discovery SARS-CoV-2 assay tests as part of the National Immunisation Programme, a study which PHE has been tasked to perform to evaluate the immune response following COVID-19 vaccines. The provision of T-SPOT Discovery SARS-CoV-2 testing will be used to identify the presence or absence of T cells that are reactive to SARS-CoV-2 peptides. This insight is useful for a number of applications related to understanding an individual's T cell response to SARS-CoV-2 infection. The test uses a modified ELISPOT approach (T-SPOT(r) Technology) to the Interferon-gamma releasing assay (IGRA). The award to Oxford Immunotec will enable PHE to adhere to the decision made by the UK Vaccines Taskforce who selected Oxford Immunotec as the sole supplier of T cell Testing for SARS-CoV-2 specific responses as part of the new COVID vaccine trials. The Vaccines Taskforce has emphasised that it is important to be able to assess the different vaccines head-to-head and employing Oxford Immunotec's T-SPOT technology will measure the magnitude of the SARS-CoV-2 protein-specific T cell response of different vaccine candidates for cross-comparisons. This will ensure that the evaluation of the National Immunisation Programme being carried out by PHE is consistent with the other vaccine studies performed within the UK, providing for comprehensive comparison and analysis to be carried out across all the different studies. The Contract will commence on 01 September 2021 and the initial period will end on 31 January 2023. The Term may be extended by a further period of up to 12 months if required.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0cd29d33-cdbf-46ec-b862-701efea91a60 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Sep 2021 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2021 - 31 Jan 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £350,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £350,000 |
| 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 | PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | North West London |
| Postcode | NW9 5EQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI71 Barnet |
| Local authority | Barnet |
| Electoral ward | Colindale South |
| Westminster constituency | Hendon |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OXFORD IMMUNOTEC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71900000 - Laboratory services

## Release History

- 5 Oct 2021 at 12:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0cd29d33-cdbf-46ec-b862-701efea91a60

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0cd29d33-cdbf-46ec-b862-701efea91a60
  5th October 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000Nbjf/jw400nXTeO66B8a.uuxY3eKAExeOZxl5MdOcxeaEHX8
  Order Form - Provision for T-SPOT Discovery SARS-CoV-2 testing [fully executed]_Redacted

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