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title: "Serology - Rapid Antibody Test kits"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c86a1a17-b31e-48ab-a014-d4af94920a52"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE"
published: "2021-01-29"
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# Serology - Rapid Antibody Test kits

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c86a1a17-b31e-48ab-a014-d4af94920a52

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## Summary

The Department of Health and Social Care conducted a procurement process for the supply of Serology - Rapid Antibody Test kits, with a total contract value of £7,290,000. This procurement falls within the diagnostic devices category and was carried out through a limited method, specifically a negotiated procedure without prior publication due to its value exceeding thresholds. The tender period concluded on 25 March 2020, with the contract established shortly after, running until 13 July 2020. The delivery addresses included locations across the United Kingdom and other territories.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the healthcare and diagnostic device sectors, particularly those with capabilities in producing rapid testing equipment. As the procurement has been completed, it serves as a reference for companies looking to expand their market presence in similar future tenders. Larger firms or those with expertise in medical supplies would be well-suited to compete in upcoming opportunities in this vital industry.

## Notice

For the supply of - Serology - Rapid Antibody Test kits. This is no longer a live contract, this notice has been published for information purposes only.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/534a59f9-5855-45d1-b13f-7b457248f1bb |
| 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 | 29 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Mar 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Mar 2020 |
| Contract period | 25 Mar 2020 - 13 Jul 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,290,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £7,290,000 |
| 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 | 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 | SD BIOSENSOR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33124100 - Diagnostic devices

## Release History

- 29 Jan 2021 at 14:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/534a59f9-5855-45d1-b13f-7b457248f1bb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/534a59f9-5855-45d1-b13f-7b457248f1bb
  29th January 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kFZc/178ZMpXThs56.I9MmD7m_9oV.yHcPj1J5HVXis1pi.c
  Justification for Use of Article 32 - SD Biosensor

## Provenance

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