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title: "Specialised Viral Testing Services on UK Stem Cell Bank human Embryonic Stem Cell lines"
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# Specialised Viral Testing Services on UK Stem Cell Bank human Embryonic Stem Cell lines

Buyer: MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8df225f2-ebeb-4488-8499-d13f86e5ba6b

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## Summary

The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency is currently in the planning stage for a tender titled "Specialised Viral Testing Services on UK Stem Cell Bank human Embryonic Stem Cell lines." This contract, located in Potters Bar, England, aims to procure external contractors to provide viral testing compliant with EU regulations for human embryonic stem cell lines. The procurement process, initiated as a tender, has a key milestone with an engagement end date of 20th July 2018, and the contract is expected to run for a minimum of three years, covering approximately 38 stem cell lines.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the laboratory and healthcare sectors, particularly those accredited to perform viral testing on human cell lines. Companies that provide scientific prospecting services, medical and laboratory analysis, and related fields may find this tender particularly suited for their capabilities. Engaging in this contract could foster growth by allowing businesses to establish long-term relationships within the regulatory framework of the UK stem cell research industry.

## Notice

The Medicine and Healthcare products and Regulatory Agency- UKSCB requires an external contractor (third party) to provide viral testing for the EU Tissue and Cellular Directive (EUTCD) compliant human embryonic stem cell (hESC) lines. UKSCB is licenced under the HTA Human Tissue (Quality and Safety for Human Application) Regulations 2007 for the production of starting materials for clinical application. According to HTA regulations any testing activities that are subcontracted to external contractors must be appropriately validated to demonstrate that the testing method is suitable for the product analyte. In addition, the contract laboratory has to be accredited by the regulatory body for the licensable activities. It is estimated that the contract will run for at least three years and will cover testing of approximately 38 hESC lines. Only contractors that are accredited to carry out viral testing on human cell lines will be considered. Additional information: If you believe you can provide this service, please feel free to contact via email.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bedb8364-8ffa-4fbc-b2ed-05504b642573 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Nov 2018 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 20 Jul 2018 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY |
| Locality | POTTERS BAR |
| Post town | Enfield |
| Postcode | EN6 3QG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Hertsmere |
| Electoral ward | Shenley |
| Westminster constituency | Hertsmere |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 85 - Health and social work services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 31712331 - Photovoltaic cells
- 33141560 - Human organs
- 38434550 - Blood-cell counters
- 71351700 - Scientific prospecting services
- 71900000 - Laboratory services
- 73111000 - Research laboratory services
- 85145000 - Services provided by medical laboratories
- 85148000 - Medical analysis services
- 98300000 - Miscellaneous services

## Release History

- 30 Nov 2018 at 15:03 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bedb8364-8ffa-4fbc-b2ed-05504b642573
- 21 Jun 2018 at 14:07 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bedb8364-8ffa-4fbc-b2ed-05504b642573

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bedb8364-8ffa-4fbc-b2ed-05504b642573
  30th November 2018 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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