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title: "3173_19 National Online HIV Testing Service (PHE)"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND (C/O ESPO)"
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# 3173_19 National Online HIV Testing Service (PHE)

Buyer: PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND (C/O ESPO)  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-42246ac1-3664-4446-87d3-628aefa38b83

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## Summary

Public Health England (c/o ESPO) is initiating a tender for the "3173_19 National Online HIV Testing Service," with a planned budget of £2,000,000. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with an anticipated contract period from 1 April 2019 to 31 March 2021, and the option to extend for an additional 24 months. The tender will follow an open procedure and seeks to establish a framework for an online HIV self-sampling and testing service, primarily targeting high-risk populations. A market engagement meeting for suppliers is scheduled for 17 July 2018 in central London.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the healthcare and laboratory services sectors, particularly those specialising in online healthcare solutions, medical testing, and community health services. Suppliers capable of providing a comprehensive online service, including kit supply and results communication, will be well-positioned to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to express their interest in this essential public health service.

## Notice

Please note this is a Prior Information Notice and tender documentation is not available yet. Public Health England (PHE) is seeking to establish a national framework agreement with a single organisation to provide an online HIV self-sampling/testing service for most at risk populations. The framework will be available for use by PHE and all English local authorities with Public Health responsibilities (170 in England). Its use will not be mandatory. The framework period is expected to be 1 April 2019 to 31 March 2021, with the option to extend up to 24 further months and will replace PHE's current arrangement (3173_15) which is due to expire.The procurement will follow a one stage Open Procedure. It is anticipated that the service will include hosting a website for service users to order kits, supply of kits, testing of samples and communication of results. To express an interest: (a) Go to www.eastmidstenders.org, (b) Register (c) Search for tender opportunity'3173_19', (d) Express an interest. Additional information: To express an interest: (a) Go to www.eastmidstenders.org, (b) Register (c) Search for tender opportunity'3173_19', (d) Express an interest.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90e9ea8a-73fb-4bde-9ff9-9520fdc44f34 |
| Notice type | Planned Procurement Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jul 2018 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 2 Aug 2018 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND (C/O ESPO) |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE19 1ES |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Blaby |
| Electoral ward | Enderby |
| Westminster constituency | South Leicestershire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 71900000 - Laboratory services
- 75122000 - Administrative healthcare services
- 85100000 - Health services
- 85145000 - Services provided by medical laboratories
- 85148000 - Medical analysis services
- 85323000 - Community health services

## Release History

- 12 Jul 2018 at 11:56 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90e9ea8a-73fb-4bde-9ff9-9520fdc44f34
- 3 Jul 2018 at 09:58 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90e9ea8a-73fb-4bde-9ff9-9520fdc44f34

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90e9ea8a-73fb-4bde-9ff9-9520fdc44f34
  12th July 2018 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=8fea7b31-a67e-e811-80ed-005056b64545&p=527b4bbd-5c58-e511-80ef-000c29c9ba21
  EastMids Tenders e-procurement portal

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