--- title: "Invitation to tender for the supply of PET-CT (Phase II) Standard Tracers" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-cd37a81c-5902-44ba-8a75-692ffa1cacbf" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cd37a81c-5902-44ba-8a75-692ffa1cacbf" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cd37a81c-5902-44ba-8a75-692ffa1cacbf.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cd37a81c-5902-44ba-8a75-692ffa1cacbf.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "ARDEN & GEM CSU" published: "2017-09-20" --- # Invitation to tender for the supply of PET-CT (Phase II) Standard Tracers Buyer: ARDEN & GEM CSU Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cd37a81c-5902-44ba-8a75-692ffa1cacbf [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cd37a81c-5902-44ba-8a75-692ffa1cacbf) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cd37a81c-5902-44ba-8a75-692ffa1cacbf.json) ## Summary The Arden & GEM CSU is conducting an open tender for the supply of PET-CT (Phase II) Standard Tracers. This procurement is aimed at supporting NHS England Specialised Commissioning with a contract expected to run from 1 April 2018 to 31 March 2025, with an option for a maximum extension of 36 months. The tender, classified under medical equipment and pharmaceuticals, invites bidders to submit their proposals by the deadline of 12:00 noon on 10 November 2017, for providing specific tracer supplies, including FDG, FEC, and NaF. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with additional details available via the Bravo e-tendering portal. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the pharmaceutical and medical supply sectors, particularly those specialising in the manufacturing of PET-CT tracers, to expand their market presence. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as this project is well-suited for nimble suppliers capable of meeting specific medical requirements in a competitive procurement environment. Companies equipped to deliver high-quality medical products and comprehensive supply chain capabilities will find this contract particularly appealing for business growth. ## Notice This procurement will be conducted by AGCSU on behalf of NHS England Specialised Commissioning. Any contract arising from this procurement will be between the successful PET-CT Standard Tracer Supplier and the provider of PET-CT Services for that Lot. The PET-CT Standard Tracer Supplier for each Lot will therefore be a nominated subcontractor to the PET-CT Service Provider for that Lot. Selection of the PET-CT Services Provider for each Lot will be the subject of a separate procurement. The successful PET-CT Standard Tracer Supplier(s) will be awarded the contract included within the tender documents The PET-CT Standard Tracer Supplier(s) appointed as a result of this procurement will be responsible for the manufacture and supply of PET-CT Standard Tracers to the PET-CT Service Provider for the awarded Lot(s) in accordance with the Specification and Subcontract. The PET-CT Standard Tracers are: * FDG (18F - fluorodeoxyglucose) * FEC (18F - fluoro-ethyl-choline) and/or FMC (18F - fluoro-methyl-choline); and * NaF (18F - Sodium Fluoride) The relevant PET-CT Service Provider has the option to extend the initial 84 month term of the sub-contract for a period, or period up to, a maximum of 36 months. Further details are available on the Bravo e-tendering portal: https://ardengemcsu.bravosolution.co.uk. The ITT deadline is 12:00 noon on 10/11/2017 Additional information: NHS Arden & GEM CSU is managing this Procurement in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (the "Regulations"). The Contracting Authority will be using an eTendering system in this procurement exercise. Suppliers Instructions on how to Express Interest in this Tender: 1. Register your company on the eSourcing portal (this is only required once) -Browse to the eSourcing Portal: https://ardengemcsu.bravosolution.co.uk and click the link to register - Accept the terms and conditions and click 'continue' - Enter your correct business and user details - You will shortly receive an e-mail with your unique password (please keep this secure) 2. Express an Interest in the tender - Login to the portal with the username/ password - Click the 'PQQs / ITTs Open To All Suppliers' link. (These are Pre- Qualification Questionnaires or Invitations to Tender open to any registered supplier) - Click on the relevant ITT (ITT_816) to access the content. - Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page. - This will move the PQQ /ITT into your 'My PQQs/ My ITTs' page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only) - You can now access any attachments by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'PQQ/ITT Details' box 3.Responding to the tender - Click 'My Response' under 'PQQ/ ITT Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining) - You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the ITT - There may be a mixture of on-line and off-line actions for you to perform (there is detailed on-line help available) You must then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. If you require any further assistance please consult the on-line help, or contact the eTendering helpdesk. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3aea3a6b-0327-4d55-b80a-baa522a215f8 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 Sep 2017 | | Submission deadline | 10 Nov 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2018 - 31 Mar 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | ARDEN & GEM CSU | | Locality | DERBY | | Post town | Derby | | Postcode | DE1 3QT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire | | ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby | | Local authority | Derby | | Electoral ward | Darley | | Westminster constituency | Derby North | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ## Release History - 20 Sep 2017 at 10:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3aea3a6b-0327-4d55-b80a-baa522a215f8 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3aea3a6b-0327-4d55-b80a-baa522a215f8 20th September 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://ardengemcsu.bravosolution.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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