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title: "Pathology Equipment for PCR Testing"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MEDICINES DISCOVERY CATAPULT"
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# Pathology Equipment for PCR Testing

Buyer: MEDICINES DISCOVERY CATAPULT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f52a083b-696f-435a-9f0e-40def8b0679c

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## Summary

The Medicines Discovery Catapult has completed a procurement process for "Pathology Equipment for PCR Testing" within the medical equipment sector, focusing on the North West region of England. The procurement was conducted through a limited method, specifically a negotiated process without a call for competition, and concluded on 8th June 2021. The awarded contract, valued at approximately £200,000, entails the provision of various pathology testing equipment and services, with the contract period stretching from 10th June 2021 to 9th September 2021. The award notice was published on 23rd July 2021.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in medical equipment and laboratory services, particularly those capable of providing advanced PCR testing technologies. Suppliers that can offer complementary services and equipment, such as training and maintenance for these medical devices, would be well-positioned to compete in future tenders within this growing sector. Companies of various scales, especially those focusing on innovative medical solutions, should consider seeking partnerships or engaging directly with procurement authorities like the Medicines Discovery Catapult to explore collaboration opportunities.

## Notice

Medicines Discovery Catapult Services Ltd (MDCS) has agreed a contract with SynLab Laboratory Services (SynLab) for the MDCS to provide SynLab with SARS-CoV-2 tests. The agreement also includes agreement for SynLab to lease to a potential purchase the below equipment to MDCS, for a value in the region of PS200,000.00: Thermo Fisher Life Technologies - KF FLX 96 DEEP, SMST, 1YZG11 Quantity 2 Thermo Fisher Life Technologies - CORD,PWR 10A/240V-C13-UK 2.5M Quantity 2 Thermo Fisher Life Technologies QSTUDIO 7 FLX, 384W INST,LPTP Quantity 1 Thermo Fisher Life Technologies 384-WELL CALIBRATION INSTALL KIT Quantity 1 Thermo Fisher Life Technologies POWER CORD-UK EACH Quantity 1 Thermo Fisher Life Technologies 1 DAY REAL TIME PCR TRAINING AT CUSTOMER SITE Thermo Fisher Life Technologies ASSURANCE,QSTUDIO7FLEX Quantity 1 Thermo Fisher Life Technologies 384WELL CALIBRATOR W/ABY DYE Quantity 1 Thermo Fisher Life Technologies384WELL CALIBRATOR Quantity 1 Thermo Fisher Scientific BSC Herasafe 2030i 1.5m incUVC, stand, frame, delivery, commissioning, KSN Top box Quantity 2 Cepheid GeneXpert: GXIV-4-L-10C Description GeneXpert IV Laptop - 4 Modules - 10 colours (including 1 years service agreement) Quantity 1

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/911443af-3cb7-49dd-8e80-84d44ea06cc6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated without a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 9 Jun 2021 - 9 Sep 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £200,000 |
| 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 | MEDICINES DISCOVERY CATAPULT |
| Locality | CHESHIRE |
| Post town | Stockport |
| Postcode | SK10 4ZF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD62 Cheshire East |
| Local authority | Cheshire East |
| Electoral ward | Chelford |
| Westminster constituency | Tatton |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SYNLAB LABORATORY SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

## Release History

- 23 Jul 2021 at 18:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/911443af-3cb7-49dd-8e80-84d44ea06cc6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/911443af-3cb7-49dd-8e80-84d44ea06cc6
  23rd July 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://md.catapult.org.uk/

## Provenance

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