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title: "STI Test Kits - Award Notice"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
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# STI Test Kits - Award Notice

Buyer: UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4e31edda-d516-49c5-9949-f0d85168f455

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## Summary

The University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust has completed the procurement process for the supply of STI Test Kits, with an award notice published on 23rd August 2017. This procurement falls under the medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products category, specifically for a postal self-test kit for detecting STIs and blood-borne viruses. The procurement method was an open procedure, with a contract value of £282,000 GBP. The contract period runs from 1st October 2017 to 30th September 2019, and is aimed at supporting a new model of integrated sexual health treatment in Birmingham and Solihull. The relevant parties involved include Blue Step Solutions as the awarded supplier, and the delivery location is within the West Midlands region.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses experienced in manufacturing medical supplies, particularly postal self-test kits for NHS Pathology Services. Companies that specialise in medical equipment and have a proven history of responding swiftly to changing requirements will find this tender aligns well with their capabilities. Smaller enterprises or SMEs in the related fields are encouraged to consider similar opportunities for growth, especially those that can demonstrate innovation in product development and service delivery, as the Trust is looking for a partner that can adapt to evolving health needs throughout the contract duration.

## Notice

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust has established a new model of care for Integrated Sexual Health Treatment & Prevention for the population of Birmingham & Solihull; which includes postal self-test STI and chlamydia screening kits. The service, Umbrella, is a partnership, led by University Hospitals Birmingham, consisting of a number of community-based organisations, charities and health service providers, with the aim of improving sexual health and wellbeing of the people of Birmingham and Solihull. Umbrella is the largest and most integrated sexual health service in the world and has been live since August 2015. Umbrella's comprehensive strategy aims to improve sexual health outcomes against 10 indicators which include increased and improved access to sexual health services; and increased and prompt testing and diagnosis for HIV, STIs and blood borne viruses. To support and assist achieving the aims of the service, there is requirement for production and supply of a postal self-test kit for detecting the presence of Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, HIV, Syphilis and Hepatitis B. The Trust is looking for a supplier with proven experience in production of postal self-test kits for NHS Pathology Services, preferably STI kits, who will be able to assist the Trust in developing its service in a safe and controlled manner. The Trust recognises the service is continually developing and the successful supplier will need to adapt and rapidly respond to changes in requirements through the life of the contract.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e1180c8-4a3f-4b6e-9a86-e2215039c22f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Aug 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Aug 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Aug 2017 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2017 - 30 Sep 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £282,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £282,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B30 3HG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | King's Norton North |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Northfield |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BLUE STEP SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

## Release History

- 23 Aug 2017 at 09:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e1180c8-4a3f-4b6e-9a86-e2215039c22f
- 31 May 2017 at 12:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34a480b8-d585-45de-a8a6-9ba7fb5fa9e1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e1180c8-4a3f-4b6e-9a86-e2215039c22f
  23rd August 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34a480b8-d585-45de-a8a6-9ba7fb5fa9e1
  31st May 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://nhs.bravosolution.co.uk/nhs_collaborative/web/login.html
  Link to e-procurement portal (Bravo Solutions)
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34a480b8-d585-45de-a8a6-9ba7fb5fa9e1?p=@RRPT0=NjJNT08=UFQxUl
  Link to Contracts Finder Opportunity Notice

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