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title: "701577408-Provision of Pathology Specimen Referral Service to Operations and Overseas Bases- Contracts Finder Notice"
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# 701577408-Provision of Pathology Specimen Referral Service to Operations and Overseas Bases- Contracts Finder Notice

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d9a46cd1-9068-4f57-ae51-df593f531be3

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is currently conducting a tender titled "701577408-Provision of Pathology Specimen Referral Service to Operations and Overseas Bases." This procurement, classified under pathology services, is based in the West Midlands and London, United Kingdom. The open procedure tender is active and is set to conclude on 15 November 2021. The estimated total value of the contract is £75,000, with the contract period starting from January 1, 2022, and extending until December 31, 2024. Notably, bidders must adhere to heightened cyber security measures as outlined in the Defence Cyber Protection Partnership guidelines.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the healthcare and pathology services sector, particularly those capable of providing timely specimen collection and processing. Companies with expertise in logistics, testing facilities, and compliance with cyber security standards would be ideally suited to compete. The Ministry of Defence's emphasis on value for money and technical capability opens avenues for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to partake in this procurement, potentially expanding their portfolio in government contracts.

## Notice

CONTRACT FOR THE PROVISION OF A PATHOLOGY SPECIMEN REFERRAL SERVICE FOR OVERSEAS BASES AND OPERATIONS The Authority has a requirement for the provision of a pathology specimen referral service for overseas bases and operations. The successful Tenderer must be to provide a comprehensive testing service that includes the urgent (3 hours) and same day collection of all samples. Transport all samples from a nominated UK mainland disembarkation point to the Tenderers' testing facilities, processing specimens and report results within the agreed turnaround time, as stated in the Laboratory Handbook. The Tenderer will also be responsible for the production of an electronic user handbook highlighting tests available in-house, with sample requirements, pre-analytical requirements and estimated turnaround time (TAT) coherent with the RCPath guidelines. Cyber Security: The MoD has a duty to protect itself from Cyber threats and now we extend this to Suppliers we engage with. As an extension of the Government's Cyber Essentials Scheme the MoD, working together with Industry and other Government Departments, have developed a more robust Cyber Security Model, under the umbrella of the Defence Cyber Protection Partnership (DCPP). All prime contractors must have the cyber security controls specified in DEF Stan 05-138 (Cyber Security for Defence Suppliers), as appropriate to the cyber risk level specified in the contract. The Authority has determined the level of risk at HIGH - RAR- QAK5PPXX as defined in DEF Stan 05-138. In order to do business with the MOD you must have the cyber security controls required as shown above. Evaluation Criteria: Weighted Value for Money - Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MEAT), Technical 40%, Commercial 60% Should you have any questions please contact Theresa Freeman, Commercial Manager at Theresa.Freeman975@mod.gov.uk All MOD Procurements are now run through the Defence Sourcing Portal (DSP). All interested suppliers will be required to Register on the DSP to participate in the Tender Exercise.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d4569fb-5e8e-42f3-8d47-fd7a232f5a04 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £75,000 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | LICHFIELD |
| Post town | Walsall |
| Postcode | WS14 9PY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG24 Staffordshire CC |
| Local authority | Lichfield |
| Electoral ward | Whittington & Streethay |
| Westminster constituency | Tamworth |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85111800 - Pathology services

## Release History

- 8 Oct 2021 at 14:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d4569fb-5e8e-42f3-8d47-fd7a232f5a04

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d4569fb-5e8e-42f3-8d47-fd7a232f5a04
  8th October 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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