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title: "Accora - Laboratory testing services"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ce10d766-e6ef-4747-8346-1c99e2a74d31"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE"
published: "2020-11-26"
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# Accora - Laboratory testing services

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ce10d766-e6ef-4747-8346-1c99e2a74d31

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by the Department of Health and Social Care involved a tender for "Accora - Laboratory testing services", focusing on the provision of comprehensive laboratory testing services, including diagnostic testing for COVID-19. This contract, classified under the CPV category for laboratory services, was valued at £18,729,060 and was awarded following a limited procurement method, specifically a negotiated procedure without prior publication. The tender period closed on 24 October 2020, with the contract commencing on the same date and ending on 8 December 2020. The primary location for this procurement was London, SW1H 0EU, extending its reach to various territories including British Overseas Territories and the Isle of Man.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in laboratory services, especially those equipped to handle high-capacity diagnostic testing. Companies that specialise in laboratory facilities, testing equipment, and necessary personnel could find this contract appealing. As the procurement was conducted by a major governmental department, businesses with a reputation for reliability and competence in public health-related services will be especially well-suited to engage in such tenders, potentially leading to expanded partnerships and growth within the health industry.

## Notice

Provision of laboratory testing services including the provision of the laboratory facilities, testing equipment, consumables and personnel for performance of diagnostic (RT-PCR) testing for COVID-19, and delivery of reports

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dea832ea-8290-4cbe-bfb3-0f5ddcd5617f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Nov 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Oct 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Oct 2020 |
| Contract period | 23 Oct 2020 - 8 Dec 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £18,729,060 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £18,729,060 |
| 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 | ACCORA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71900000 - Laboratory services

## Release History

- 26 Nov 2020 at 16:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dea832ea-8290-4cbe-bfb3-0f5ddcd5617f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dea832ea-8290-4cbe-bfb3-0f5ddcd5617f
  26th November 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kENz/Rci5CTkDzLBFgLyjZP3zulClSI_G5Dia5PNiApjrOh8
  DHSC Accora Contract - Order Form - Signed 20201024 (dated)_Redacted (002)
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kEO0/0LFeZwbfJ7_2I7fbA7mZaPMI2g1AtxVIRr77exKVfys
  Justification for Use of Article 32 - Accora Ltd

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