--- title: "Provision of Replacement Serology Analyser" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-24ecc2a8-ce85-412a-9b36-cb82c8c6f896" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-24ecc2a8-ce85-412a-9b36-cb82c8c6f896" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-24ecc2a8-ce85-412a-9b36-cb82c8c6f896.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-24ecc2a8-ce85-412a-9b36-cb82c8c6f896.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND" published: "2020-02-06" --- # Provision of Replacement Serology Analyser Buyer: PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-24ecc2a8-ce85-412a-9b36-cb82c8c6f896 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-24ecc2a8-ce85-412a-9b36-cb82c8c6f896) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-24ecc2a8-ce85-412a-9b36-cb82c8c6f896.json) ## Summary The Public Health England (PHE) is currently conducting a tender process for the provision of a Replacement Serology Analyser, aimed at enhancing its National Infection Service Laboratory in Colchester. The tender, which falls under the goods category, has a budget of £50,000 and is being procured using an open procedure. The deadline for submitting bids is 17th February 2020, at 23:59:59 GMT, with the contract expected to commence on 19th February 2020 and conclude by 28th February 2021. Interested parties can refer to the classification code 38434520 for Blood analysers for further specificity in their proposals. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in medical equipment manufacturing and supply, particularly those that can offer innovative blood analysis solutions that meet the outlined specifications. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this tender particularly accessible, given the open procurement method, making it ideal for those looking to establish or expand their footprint in the healthcare sector. Companies able to meet the performance criteria for complex blood testing equipment are encouraged to engage, presenting a chance to partner with a key player in public health. ## Notice Public Health England (PHE) is seeking to replace an analyser used in its National Infection Service Laboratory (NIS) in Colchester for majority of blood testing for infectious viruses and H. pylori faecal antigens. The current analyser is beyond its life expectancy. The proposed solution MUST be able to fulfil all the following requirements: - Can perform a variety of assays in a group of samples and processing several consecutive batches simultaneously. - Capable of performing serial dilutions. - Capable of specifying additional dilutions of selected samples and indicate its source, dilution factor, volume and number of replicates. - It is an open platform capable of automatically performing all steps of any ELISA test, regardless of the kit manufacturer. - Ability to provide Diagnostic Self-Tests, alarms, Quality Control Program and registry files to ensure the functioning of the system as well as verification. - Must offer High Capacity / Multi-batch capability and process test 4 test plates simultaneously, 92 samples per batch. - Capable of clot detection and capacitance level sensing when using fixed needles and disposables tips. - Option to start incubation time at the dispensing of the first well. - Ability to transfer a quantity of sample from the primary sample tubes to a 96-tube plate for archiving and provision of printed report detailing the location and identification of each sample on the plate and volume dispensed. - Ability to undertake performance checks for incubator, washer and diluter using kits. If you feel you can meet all the above requirements or would like more information, please contact anna.gibson@phe.gov.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7129717-9340-422f-8c9e-a3623dc49556 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Feb 2020 | | Submission deadline | 17 Feb 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 19 Feb 2020 - 28 Feb 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £50,000 | | 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 | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38434520 - Blood analysers ## Release History - 6 Feb 2020 at 12:18 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7129717-9340-422f-8c9e-a3623dc49556 - 3 Feb 2020 at 18:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7129717-9340-422f-8c9e-a3623dc49556 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7129717-9340-422f-8c9e-a3623dc49556 6th February 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/public-health-england Information about our Organisation ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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