--- title: "Provision of Novel Technology for Detection and Resistance Identification of GU diseases" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-26715b15-222b-4e5b-ad55-c6b58d7206fe" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-26715b15-222b-4e5b-ad55-c6b58d7206fe" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-26715b15-222b-4e5b-ad55-c6b58d7206fe.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-26715b15-222b-4e5b-ad55-c6b58d7206fe.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND" published: "2019-10-06" --- # Provision of Novel Technology for Detection and Resistance Identification of GU diseases Buyer: PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-26715b15-222b-4e5b-ad55-c6b58d7206fe [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-26715b15-222b-4e5b-ad55-c6b58d7206fe) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-26715b15-222b-4e5b-ad55-c6b58d7206fe.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves Public Health England (PHE), which has awarded a contract titled "Provision of Novel Technology for Detection and Resistance Identification of GU diseases." This procurement falls under the healthcare industry, specifically focusing on diagnostic kits. The contract covers nationwide delivery, with the initial purchases intended for PHE in Bristol. It commenced on 1 October 2019 and is set to conclude on 30 September 2021, with potential extensions for up to three additional years. The contract was awarded through an open procurement method, with a total value of £380,000. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the medical technology and diagnostic sectors. Companies specialising in the manufacture or supply of diagnostic kits, especially those using innovative technologies, would be well-positioned to compete. The requirement for unique kits and software for detecting and analysing GU diseases highlights a demand for high-quality, patented solutions, making it an attractive prospect for SMEs capable of delivering specialised healthcare products. ## Notice Public Health England (PHE) awarded a contract for provision of unique Kits for Detection and Resistance Identification of GU diseases to SpeeDx Limited. The requirement is for but not limited to: - VHS (Varicella/Herpes/Syphilis) for diagnosis of genital ulcer disease - ResistancePlus MG for macrolide resistance testing of MG screen positive samples - ResistancePlus GC for ciprofloxacin sensitivity of GC NAAT positive sample - Unique software for analysis of different assays performed individually or simultaneously to help streamline workflow. The tests will be initially purchased for PHE Bristol but the contract covers all sites nationwide. The estimated initial volumes of VHS are around 10K tests per annum but are likely to increase. The volumes of ResistancePlus kits will depend on the diagnostic requirements. The products are based on patented technology (PlexPrime(r), PlexZyme(r), ResistancePlus(r)) and unique combination (Varicella/Herpes/Syphilis) of CE/IVD validated PlexPCR VHS tests. The contract also covers unique FastFinder software compatible with SpeeDx products, allowing analysis of different assays that can be performed simultaneously to help streamline workflow. The transparency notice (VEAT) was published: OJEU Document Number: 2019/S 181-44076; Notice Reference: 2019-042143. The contract is awarded for 2 years with 3 possible extensions by 12 months each. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6b3e559-8180-4ab4-9bd6-1cec91cb8681 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Oct 2019 | | Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 29 Sep 2019 | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2019 - 30 Sep 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £380,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £380,000 | | 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 | South East London | | Postcode | SE1 8UG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI45 Lambeth | | Local authority | Lambeth | | Electoral ward | Waterloo & South Bank | | Westminster constituency | Vauxhall and Camberwell Green | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | SPEEDX | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33141625 - Diagnostic kits ## Release History - 6 Oct 2019 at 11:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6b3e559-8180-4ab4-9bd6-1cec91cb8681 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6b3e559-8180-4ab4-9bd6-1cec91cb8681 6th October 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/public-health-england Information about PHE ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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