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title: "Virus Testing Supplies"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE"
published: "2020-12-10"
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# Virus Testing Supplies

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3d79a90c-6f8f-4a87-97b9-0fb32c3e7670

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Department of Health and Social Care seeking supplies for virus testing to support the UK COVID-19 Testing Strategy. The tender, titled "Virus Testing Supplies," falls within the medical consumables category and had a value of £640,000. The contract was awarded on 27 July 2020, following a limited procurement procedure, which took place during the contract period from 21 July 2020 to 20 October 2020. It was initiated in London, with delivery options including the UK and British Overseas Territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in medical supplies and consumables, particularly those offering virus testing products. Companies that align with the requirements of government contracts and can fulfil stringent health standards would be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in similar projects can help businesses to broaden their reach within the public sector, ultimately contributing to economic growth during ongoing health challenges.

## Notice

Provision of virus testing supplies to support the UK COVID-19 Testing Strategy

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb35e8ad-a8be-4528-8ddd-22a17dc15e30 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Dec 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jul 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Jul 2020 |
| Contract period | 20 Jul 2020 - 20 Oct 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £640,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £640,000 |
| 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 | LIFE SCIENCE GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33140000 - Medical consumables

## Release History

- 10 Dec 2020 at 16:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb35e8ad-a8be-4528-8ddd-22a17dc15e30

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb35e8ad-a8be-4528-8ddd-22a17dc15e30
  10th December 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kE0e/fmEhqHKMrhyUSRYPIUWnahBt_.iLDdcNmExpm9sC9.o
  Justification for Use of Article 32 - LSG
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kEjW/HKCSOfKJUhi69_nTYdplt3P18UKjCGC8HL43EAA79WY
  LSG_Redacted

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