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title: "COVID-19 Testing for International Travel"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-648d8146-07c8-4598-9c06-129cbf6af5c4"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL"
published: "2021-07-07"
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# COVID-19 Testing for International Travel

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-648d8146-07c8-4598-9c06-129cbf6af5c4

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## Summary

The University of Bristol is seeking providers for COVID-19 testing services for international travel, with a total contract value of £1,700,000. This tender is currently in the active stage and follows an open procurement method. Key dates include a tender period that ends on 9th August 2021, with the contract expected to commence on 1st September 2021 and run until 31st July 2022. The relevant industry category is classified under diagnostic agents, specifically including manual swab test kits and pathology services, with delivery required in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the healthcare and diagnostic sectors, particularly those that offer testing kits and pathology services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate in this procurement process, given the university's openness to diverse suppliers. Companies with expertise in medical diagnostics and COVID-19 related services stand to benefit from this contract, not only to expand their service portfolio but also to establish a long-term partnership with a reputable institution like the University of Bristol.

## Notice

The University of Bristol requires the provision of COVID-19 tests and testing services for international travel, in accordance with UK Government requirements, to cover the period 1st September 2021 and 31st July 2022.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf8638dc-1f1b-4280-9c21-afdd015b337b |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2021 - 31 Jul 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,700,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 5DS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 33694000 - Diagnostic agents
- 38911000 - Manual swab test kits
- 85111800 - Pathology services

## Release History

- 7 Jul 2021 at 17:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf8638dc-1f1b-4280-9c21-afdd015b337b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf8638dc-1f1b-4280-9c21-afdd015b337b
  7th July 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://tenders.bris.ac.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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