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title: "Lateral Flow Test Kits"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f8729c9b-62d8-4a28-862e-080f6df28a34"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE"
published: "2020-12-11"
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# Lateral Flow Test Kits

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f8729c9b-62d8-4a28-862e-080f6df28a34

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Department of Health and Social Care, seeking bids for 'Lateral Flow Test Kits' as part of the UK's COVID-19 testing strategy. This opportunity falls under the category of diagnostics and radiodiagnostic devices and supplies. The procurement was conducted using a limited method through a negotiated procedure without prior publication, with a total contract value of £75,000,000. The tender period concluded on 2nd June 2020, and the contract is effective from 2nd June 2020 to 14th February 2021. The relevant locations include various regions such as the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in the manufacturing and supply of medical goods, particularly those specialised in diagnostics. Companies that possess the capacity to fulfil large orders quickly and meet stringent health standards would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts in the future. With the increasing demand for testing equipment stemming from ongoing public health needs, businesses in this sector may find valuable prospects for growth and collaboration within the public sector.

## Notice

Provision of lateral flow test kits for COVID-19 for use as part of the UK Covid-19 Testing strategy in support of Pillar 3 - antibody testing.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4be5045-2dc2-43b7-9de2-7b691832952a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 11 Dec 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jun 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Aug 2020 |
| Contract period | 1 Jun 2020 - 14 Feb 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £75,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £75,000,000 |
| 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 | 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 | ABINGDON HEALTH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33124000 - Diagnostics and radiodiagnostic devices and supplies

## Release History

- 11 Dec 2020 at 09:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4be5045-2dc2-43b7-9de2-7b691832952a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4be5045-2dc2-43b7-9de2-7b691832952a
  11th December 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kE0g/S9szJyb0Gfl56BcxBF4XSfpcsf6bvXvdq_ZuaPp9T4s
  Justification for Use of Article 32 - Abingdon_Health
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kEfZ/ezvH65EzZFt1w8.efAUeAiPy8Qd8EiEjHyvrpr5DYnE
  Abingdon Health - Redacted

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