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title: "SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Rapid Qualitative Test Kits"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-25f6eebb-f25e-4027-9f62-d0c856ebbebd"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE"
published: "2020-11-26"
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# SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Rapid Qualitative Test Kits

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-25f6eebb-f25e-4027-9f62-d0c856ebbebd

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## Summary

The procurement process in question is being conducted by the Department of Health and Social Care for the supply of "SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Rapid Qualitative Test Kits". This procurement falls within the diagnostic supplies category and is classified under CPV code 33124130. The procurement method used is a limited negotiated procedure without prior publication, aimed at suppliers who meet certain thresholds. The tender period for submission was concluded on 6th October 2020, with the contract period starting the same day and running until 31st December 2020. The award announcement for this contract was published on 26th November 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the healthcare sector, particularly those specialising in medical supplies and diagnostic equipment. Companies that can provide lateral flow test kits or ancillary products would find themselves well-placed to compete successfully. As the market for testing kits continues to expand, especially in the wake of global health challenges, suppliers who can demonstrate capability and compliance with health regulations will likely see a boost in business growth and collaboration opportunities.

## Notice

Provision of Lateral Flow test kits and associated consumables.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b56141cb-2216-4c36-a661-230c118d868e |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Nov 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Oct 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Oct 2020 |
| Contract period | 5 Oct 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £496,080,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £496,080,000 |
| 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 | INNOVA MEDICAL GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33124130 - Diagnostic supplies

## Release History

- 26 Nov 2020 at 17:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b56141cb-2216-4c36-a661-230c118d868e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b56141cb-2216-4c36-a661-230c118d868e
  26th November 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kEOd/qfD02rtgopGrrvkyWCN7x2JwjVZfxGjtculxPKF5T4o
  20201007-Contract Innova 2 Redacted final
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kEOY/LI.WhS4F94uhOQVMEAZhFmq8LrnnmpZ9FLGcanIe_dA
  Justification_for_Use_of_Article_32__Innova

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