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title: "Innovative TB Diagnostics Research Project"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f356dc68-65e1-416f-9592-caac5afa39aa"
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buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL"
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# Innovative TB Diagnostics Research Project

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f356dc68-65e1-416f-9592-caac5afa39aa

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## Summary

The Defra Network eTendering Portal has concluded an open tender for the "Innovative TB Diagnostics Research Project," which aims to develop new diagnostic tools for bTB using research services. This procurement process was initiated on 1 March 2021 and the project is set to run until 28 February 2022, with a total estimated value of £99,000. The tender was active until 30 September 2020, and the contract was awarded on 1 April 2021, marking the completion of this procurement stage.

This opportunity is particularly beneficial for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in research services and innovative diagnostic solutions. Companies in the health and environmental sectors will find this project aligns well with their expertise, enabling them to expand their business capabilities by engaging in cutting-edge research aimed at tackling bTB challenges. The successful applicant, RSK ADAS Ltd, sets a precedent for others looking to enter similar tenders and expand their portfolio in public health diagnostics.

## Notice

The aim of this scheme is to use Defra budget to stimulate innovative TB diagnostics research projects with a focus on proof of concept aimed at the development of new diagnostic tools for bTB.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/35fe703c-0f47-461e-89d1-328795818f65 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2021 - 28 Feb 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £99,000 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3JR |
| 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 | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RSK ADAS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 15 Sep 2021 at 14:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/35fe703c-0f47-461e-89d1-328795818f65

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/35fe703c-0f47-461e-89d1-328795818f65
  15th September 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/79eb3e85-bf12-4842-aa14-5df74dbd2b07
  n/a

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