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title: "POC for COVID digital reader"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-29ebd9d3-d733-43c6-b4bd-f392db5d1820"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (T&T)"
published: "2021-07-22"
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# POC for COVID digital reader

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (T&T)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-29ebd9d3-d733-43c6-b4bd-f392db5d1820

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Department of Health and Social Care (T&T) as the contracting authority, which is based in London, SW1H 0EU. The tender, titled "POC for COVID digital reader," was initiated to develop a proof of concept for a digital reader capable of interpreting lateral flow device results. Classified under research and experimental development services, this direct procurement process concluded the tender period on 17th June 2021, with a contract value amounting to £99,450. The contract commenced on 18th June 2021 and is scheduled to run until 9th August 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those with expertise in research and development services, to align with government initiatives in health technology. Companies that provide innovative digital solutions or specialise in health-related technology would be particularly well-suited to pursue similar contracts, enabling them to contribute to public health efforts while expanding their business portfolios. The involvement of Novarum DX Ltd as the awarded supplier highlights a competitive landscape for SMEs in this field.

## Notice

Proof of concept for the digital reader capability to read LFDs

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/38e34c8c-3f72-4a7f-a80a-bd4f05aad8b4 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 17 Jun 2021 - 9 Aug 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £99,450 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £99,450 |
| 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 (T&T) |
| 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 | NOVARUM DX |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services

## Release History

- 22 Jul 2021 at 14:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/38e34c8c-3f72-4a7f-a80a-bd4f05aad8b4
- 22 Jul 2021 at 09:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a1bff8c-f265-43b3-91d4-f55e1a94f63e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/38e34c8c-3f72-4a7f-a80a-bd4f05aad8b4
  22nd July 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a1bff8c-f265-43b3-91d4-f55e1a94f63e
  22nd July 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000QFR1/GIGPeJYj.maanhHEXHudLpO9N88Nu9fWQeUeVoM.vzI
  #1664 DHSC WAsm POC signed by Mario dh_Redacted pdf

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