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title: "PHE_Scientific_Supply of MicroPlex(r) Microspheres"
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# PHE_Scientific_Supply of MicroPlex(r) Microspheres

Buyer: PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6d4e76aa-529a-447f-b883-7cb887dd0eb8

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Public Health England, which is seeking suppliers for the title "PHE_Scientific_Supply of MicroPlex® Microspheres." This tender falls within the diagnostic supplies industry, specifically under the CPV classification for diagnostic kits. The contract is currently at the award stage, with an active award granted on 29th October 2021 for a total value of £1,000,000. The contract period spans from 30th September 2021 to 29th September 2024. Although the tender period ended on 29th September 2021, the opportunity remains relevant for businesses within the public health domain, primarily located within the UK and wider Public Health Laboratory network.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) in the supply of diagnostic equipment, particularly those that can provide the MicroPlex® Microspheres necessary for various laboratories. Businesses that possess experience in diagnostic supplies, assay development, or those with strong supply chain capabilities will find this contract particularly well-suited to their offerings. Engaging with Public Health England can help such businesses expand their reach within the public sector, benefiting from potential growth in ongoing relationships as additional needs may arise over the extended contract term.

## Notice

Provision of the MicroPlex(r) Microspheres which support the work carried out by PHE regional laboratories that perform in-house validated assays that require the use of Luminex beads. This is a PHE wide contract, at present PHE Manchester, Colindale and Porton laboratories are the main sites for use. However, the beads may be ordered by various laboratories within the Public Health Laboratory network under this contract. The Term may be extended by two (2) further periods of up to 12 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e1c1016-9fe0-4f83-80fa-36f7b054a812 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Oct 2021 |
| Contract period | 29 Sep 2021 - 29 Sep 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,000,000 |
| 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 | PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | North West London |
| Postcode | NW9 5EQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI71 Barnet |
| Local authority | Barnet |
| Electoral ward | Colindale South |
| Westminster constituency | Hendon |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LUMINEX |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33124130 - Diagnostic supplies
- 33141625 - Diagnostic kits

## Release History

- 6 Oct 2021 at 14:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e1c1016-9fe0-4f83-80fa-36f7b054a812

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e1c1016-9fe0-4f83-80fa-36f7b054a812
  6th October 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000NcSx/u0o0hPDuQpr_zNZnFoOaNMhzjTbq0vYx0D3qrN6txic
  Order Form - Provision of MicroPlex Microspheres [Fully Executed]_Redacted

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