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title: "Managed Service for Viral Serology & Molecular Microbiology Testing"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2021-06-30"
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# Managed Service for Viral Serology & Molecular Microbiology Testing

Buyer: UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c6c4b261-f41e-4721-ba75-050324a1ca89

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## Summary

The University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust is currently conducting a tender for a Managed Service for Viral Serology & Molecular Microbiology Testing. This procurement falls under the healthcare industry category and is being carried out in Birmingham, West Midlands. The tender, published on 30th June 2021, has a budget of £200,000 and follows an open procurement method, suitable for businesses capable of providing laboratory reagents. The tender period will close on 30th July 2021, with the contract anticipated to commence on 4th October 2021 and run until 3rd October 2024.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the healthcare services sector, particularly those specialising in laboratory services and microbiology testing. Companies that can deliver comprehensive testing solutions and demonstrate relevant expertise would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The Managed Service Contract offers a chance for growth and collaboration within the healthcare industry, especially for organisations looking to engage with NHS providers and enhance their service offerings.

## Notice

Birmingham Women's and Children's Hospital NHS FT are seeking a Manged Service provider in introduce into the Microbiology department at Birmingham Children's Hospital site. The Managed Service Contract will include Viral Serology screening and Molecular Microbiology testing for a range of listed viruses.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b7262de-1577-4a59-97da-c427b18632e6 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 Oct 2021 - 3 Oct 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 1NU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33696500 - Laboratory reagents

## Release History

- 30 Jun 2021 at 07:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b7262de-1577-4a59-97da-c427b18632e6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b7262de-1577-4a59-97da-c427b18632e6
  30th June 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://nhs.bravosolution.co.uk/nhs_collaborative/web/login.html
  Link to e-procurement Portal
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014889-2021?
  Link to "Find my Tender" Notice"

## Notice URLs

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014889-2021

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