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title: "Primer Design- Provision of PCR diagnostic tests for the detection of SARS-CoV-2"
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# Primer Design- Provision of PCR diagnostic tests for the detection of SARS-CoV-2

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ba98f8ca-df14-42dc-8bfa-2ef74913f803

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## Summary

The procurement process was initiated by the Department of Health and Social Care for the provision of PCR diagnostic tests tailored for detecting SARS-CoV-2, under the industry category of diagnostic kits. The tender, identified as CF-0022600D0O000000rwimUAA1, has completed its procurement stage and involves a negotiated procedure without prior publication. The contract period commenced on 26th April 2020 and concluded on 4th November 2020. This undertaking, valued at £63,335,240, was primarily located in the United Kingdom, specifically focusing on NHS laboratories as part of the UK Covid-19 Testing strategy.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in the manufacturing and supply of laboratory reagents and diagnostic kits, particularly those capable of producing specialised medical equipment in line with stringent NHS standards. Companies that possess expertise in developing innovative testing solutions for healthcare, especially during public health emergencies, would be well-equipped to compete for future tenders in this sector. This project highlights the growing demand for reliable diagnostic products, making it an attractive avenue for both small and large enterprises aiming to support healthcare initiatives.

## Notice

The provision of assay test kits for the PCR diagnostic element of a two-stage test process, for use in NHS laboratories as part of the UK Covid-19 Testing strategy in support of Pillar 1.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f1d7bc1-4266-4bf3-8576-6dee69378c40 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Nov 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Apr 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Apr 2020 |
| Contract period | 25 Apr 2020 - 4 Nov 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £63,335,240 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £63,335,240 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 0EU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PRIMER DESIGN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33141625 - Diagnostic kits
- 33696500 - Laboratory reagents

## Release History

- 6 Nov 2020 at 12:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f1d7bc1-4266-4bf3-8576-6dee69378c40

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f1d7bc1-4266-4bf3-8576-6dee69378c40
  6th November 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kE0k/b7RA_92hbxl_qL4A2.Tn80Bp3vHmxZNnwwiL1zNRqNU
  Justification for Use of Article 32 - Primer Design
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kE0d/asGl9S0EmtXWh29kt7aFIxKfcsQZFvxkuRvLBOHCuYI
  Primer Design - Redacted

## Provenance

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