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title: "Point of Care Testing - Contracts Finder"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HEALTHTRUST EUROPE LLP (HTE) ACTING AS AGENT FOR THE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF COVENTRY AND WARWICKSHIRE NHS TRUST (\"UHCW\")"
published: "2018-05-18"
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# Point of Care Testing - Contracts Finder

Buyer: HEALTHTRUST EUROPE LLP (HTE) ACTING AS AGENT FOR THE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF COVENTRY AND WARWICKSHIRE NHS TRUST ("UHCW")  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5068c67f-25da-44d5-83e3-9f623d15d23f

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## Summary

The tender titled "Point of Care Testing - Contracts Finder" has been issued by HealthTrust Europe LLP, acting on behalf of the University Hospitals of Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust (UHCW). This procurement is focused on the supply of Point of Care Testing (POCT) equipment and related services, classified under diagnostic devices (CPV code 33124100). The procurement method employed is a selective process, specifically a restricted procedure. The contract period commenced on 7th December 2017 and runs until 6th December 2019, with the procurement stage currently complete. This tender was officially awarded on 7th December 2017, and the contract covers various products ranging from blood glucose testing to comprehensive testing systems across multiple lots.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in the healthcare and medical diagnostics sectors, particularly those specialising in diagnostic devices and test equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, offering a chance for innovation and growth in a market that continues to evolve with technological advancements. Suppliers equipped to provide a range of POCT solutions, from handheld devices to managed services, will find ample scope to compete in this framework agreement.

## Notice

This tender is to establish a framework agreement for the supply of Point of Care Testing (POCT) equipment, consumables and related services. The framework will provide a comprehensive range of products to include handheld devices, bench-top devices, connected and non-connected devices, as well as consumables, such as test strips and cassettes, and other products that can be properly described as point of care or near-patient testing. The tender will be split into the following Lots: Lot 1: Blood Glucose and Ketone Testing Lot 2: Blood Gas Analysis Lot 3: Rapid Diagnostic Test (RDT) Kits Lot 4: Drugs of Abuse Testing Lot 5: Urinalysis Testing Lot 6: Coagulation Testing Lot 7: HbA1c Testing Lot 8: Cholesterol Testing Lot 9: Cardiac Markers Lot 10: Multi Test Systems Lot 11: Interfacing and Connectivity for Point of Care Testing Lot 12: Mini Competition and Managed Service for Point of Care Testing

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e53505b-0b20-4054-a207-1b4df20a34fc |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Aug 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Dec 2017 |
| Contract period | 7 Dec 2017 - 6 Dec 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | HEALTHTRUST EUROPE LLP (HTE) ACTING AS AGENT FOR THE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF COVENTRY AND WARWICKSHIRE NHS TRUST ("UHCW") |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 1NU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 18 |
| Supplier names | ABBOTT DIABETES CARE; ABBOTT LABORATORIES; ALERE; AXIS MEDICARE; BECTON DICKINSON; BHR PHARMACEUTICALS; CHIRUS; DIAGNOSTICA STAGO; HENRY SCHEIN MEDICAL; INVITECH; LAUNCH DIAGNOSTICS; NAL VON MINDEN; RADIOMETER; RANDOX LABORATORIES; ROCHE DIAGNOSTICS; SIEMENS HEALTHCARE DIAGNOSTICS; STERILAB SERVICES; SURESCREEN DIAGNOSTICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33124100 - Diagnostic devices

## Release History

- 18 May 2018 at 15:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e53505b-0b20-4054-a207-1b4df20a34fc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e53505b-0b20-4054-a207-1b4df20a34fc
  18th May 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.healthtrusteurope.com

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