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title: "Provision of CRE 24-well assay reagents and service"
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# Provision of CRE 24-well assay reagents and service

Buyer: UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d36a5651-2b46-45ea-8dc8-e0b5320f9e95

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## Summary

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has concluded a procurement process titled "Provision of CRE 24-well assay reagents and service" within the industry category of laboratory reagents. This direct procurement, executed as a single tender action below the threshold, was completed with the award dated 4th October 2024. The procurement, valued at £76,875.26, entails a contract for reagent and equipment rental for the Antimicrobial Resistance & Healthcare Associated Infections (AMRHAI) Reference Unit. The contract, awarded to R-Biopharm Rhone Ltd, spans from 4th October 2024 to 3rd October 2025, with the service to be delivered in England, specifically the E14 4PU London area.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in laboratory reagents and related services. Given the UKHSA’s role in public health and safety, businesses engaged in healthcare and scientific research will find this contract particularly beneficial. SMEs like R-Biopharm Rhone Ltd, which was awarded this project, can leverage such opportunities to build a robust portfolio within the public health sector, expand their market presence, and contribute to crucial healthcare initiatives. The nature of this procurement is especially conducive for SMEs ready to participate in high-impact health security projects.

## Notice

Reagent and equipment rental contract for the Antimicrobial Resistance & Healthcare Associated Infections (AMRHAI) Reference Unit

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7f2200f-8f4c-4e47-9d36-ce7b52d67ea6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 3 Oct 2024 - 3 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £76,875 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £76,875 |
| 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 | UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E14 4PU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Canary Wharf |
| Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | R-BIOPHARM RHONE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33696500 - Laboratory reagents

## Release History

- 4 Oct 2024 at 09:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7f2200f-8f4c-4e47-9d36-ce7b52d67ea6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7f2200f-8f4c-4e47-9d36-ce7b52d67ea6
  4th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d8b8911d-696c-4bb6-a88b-d3d0e3eba2cf
  C310181 - R-Biopharm Contract FINAL fully signed_Redacted

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