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title: "Provision of Lateral Flow testing devices for the detection of COVID-19 viral antigens"
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# Provision of Lateral Flow testing devices for the detection of COVID-19 viral antigens

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (T&T)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c99d425a-4ee3-417c-b099-0af54d174420

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## Summary

The Department of Health and Social Care (T&T) has completed the procurement process for the provision of lateral flow testing devices aimed at detecting COVID-19 viral antigens. This tender, classified under diagnostic kits (CPV: 33141625), was conducted through a selective procurement method as a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The contract value was set at £240,975,000, with the award issued on 17th June 2021 and the contract running until 31st December 2021. Delivery addresses include multiple regions, such as the United Kingdom and parts of Europe, ensuring a broad delivery scope.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the healthcare and diagnostics industry, particularly those specialising in the supply of medical testing equipment and related goods. Large suppliers with experience in dynamic purchasing systems and public health contracts would be well-suited to compete, capitalising on the ongoing demand for health-related products in light of the pandemic. Engaging in such procurement processes can significantly benefit businesses aiming to scale their operations and participate in crucial public health initiatives.

## Notice

First call off following an Invitation to Tender subsequent to a contract notice on the Find a Tender Service on 5 March 2021 seeking requests to participate from providers of lateral flow testing kits (divided into Lots) in a dynamic purchasing system for the supply of such goods to DHSC.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41442987-d256-405a-a6df-10cbb7fb11b5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 16 Jun 2021 - 31 Dec 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £240,975,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £303,450,000 |
| 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 (T&T) |
| 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 | MEDCO SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33141625 - Diagnostic kits

## Release History

- 24 Nov 2021 at 14:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41442987-d256-405a-a6df-10cbb7fb11b5
- 15 Jul 2021 at 12:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29d7c97a-518f-432f-8ab1-83d2d84339c2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41442987-d256-405a-a6df-10cbb7fb11b5
  24th November 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29d7c97a-518f-432f-8ab1-83d2d84339c2
  15th July 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000QBzJ/rL3vWVrI5VJ.29REB7Ap_mY5YzZddAeI8M9tfh_TSTI
  LFT_ITT_Medco_Solutions_Ltd_Redacted_20210625

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