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title: "Provision of in-situ hybridisation kits for the detection of viral genomes in formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded tissues"
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# Provision of in-situ hybridisation kits for the detection of viral genomes in formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded tissues

Buyer: PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-79f2c09a-6eac-4811-918e-37bd6fdc1f46

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Public Health England (PHE) seeking proposals for the provision of in-situ hybridisation kits for the detection of viral genomes in formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded tissues. This tender falls within the goods category and is part of an open procurement method. Interested parties must submit their enquiries by 23rd March 2020, with the intended contract period commencing on 24th March 2020 and concluding on 23rd March 2023. The estimated value of the contract is £75,000, and the delivery addresses include various locations such as the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories.

This tender offers significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in medical supplies, particularly those with expertise in developing compatible laboratory equipment. Businesses that manufacture or supply instruments for measuring quantities, especially those suited for use in automated laboratory processes, would be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this tender could facilitate expansion into public health contracting for these businesses.

## Notice

Public Health England (PHE) requires the provision of in-situ hybridisation kits for viral genome detection. Due to the nature of the work, any proposed solution must be able to fulfil the following requirements: - Must be suitable for the detection and quantification of viral genomes present in formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded tissues. - Must be compatible with and be able to be used on a Leica Bond Rxm automated staining machine. If you feel that you can meet the above requirements, please email Anna.Gibson@phe.gov.uk and kallie.rivers@phe.gov.uk. The closing date and time for any queries is 23rd March 2020.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16b12671-b6d5-465d-b989-76b1c53b4c33 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Mar 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Mar 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 24 Mar 2020 - 23 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £75,000 |
| 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 | 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38340000 - Instruments for measuring quantities

## Release History

- 10 Mar 2020 at 11:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16b12671-b6d5-465d-b989-76b1c53b4c33

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16b12671-b6d5-465d-b989-76b1c53b4c33
  10th March 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/public-health-england
  Information about our organisation

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