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title: "Nasopharyngeal Swabs"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-bd9db1fc-59aa-4f0d-9c5c-e02ea3fdecac"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY"
published: "2022-02-10"
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# Nasopharyngeal Swabs

Buyer: UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bd9db1fc-59aa-4f0d-9c5c-e02ea3fdecac

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## Summary

The UK Health Security Agency initiated a procurement process titled "Nasopharyngeal Swabs" to provide automated swab test kits, classified under the CPV code 38912000. The procurement, which took place in the goods category, concluded with an awarded contract valued at £2,175,000. The contract period commenced on 24 December 2021 and was completed by 30 September 2022. This procurement utilised a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period ending on 23 December 2021 in London, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in the manufacturing and supply of medical equipment, specifically those that can deliver automated swab test kits. Companies with capabilities in providing high-quality medical supplies, particularly SMEs, have the potential to expand their operations by participating in similar future contracts. Engaging with the UK Health Security Agency could lead to establishing long-term partnerships in the healthcare sector.

## Notice

Provision of Nasopharyngeal Swabs

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44ceed2a-f5da-4618-b9a6-297b5dc60986 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Dec 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Jan 2022 |
| Contract period | 24 Dec 2021 - 30 Sep 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,437,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,175,000 |
| 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 | UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3HX |
| 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 | ALPHA LABORATORIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38912000 - Automated swab test kits

## Release History

- 10 Feb 2022 at 15:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44ceed2a-f5da-4618-b9a6-297b5dc60986

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44ceed2a-f5da-4618-b9a6-297b5dc60986
  10th February 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/8d000000HI2t/88qo3TkRORhNaWLRJwum41JWBmmYBiBDe11NTvdPeDg
  Alpha Labs_Nerbe 54 Swabs 15m - Atamis 58761 - 122129 UKHSA Signed (008)_Redacted

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