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title: "Genetic testing"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BIRMINGHAM WOMENS AND CHILDRENS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2021-09-09"
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# Genetic testing

Buyer: BIRMINGHAM WOMENS AND CHILDRENS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fcd76b39-c9a8-4511-8203-acd5f9b48efd

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## Summary

The Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust has completed a procurement process for the provision of the Maxwell® 16 LEV simplyRNA Blood Kit, classified under laboratory services. The contract, valued at £26,484, commenced on 1st July 2021 and will conclude on 30th June 2022. The procurement method used was a direct tender via a single tender action, with the tender period closing on 16th June 2021, making this an essential opportunity for suppliers in the medical and laboratory equipment sector looking to engage with NHS contracts.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the healthcare and laboratory services industry, especially those specialising in genetic testing and related products. Suppliers that are well-positioned to compete include established firms with experience in delivering medical equipment or products to healthcare providers. The active contract status indicates potential future opportunities if the buyer decides to renew or expand similar contracts, providing a pathway for business growth in this niche market.

## Notice

Provision of Maxwell(R) 16 LEV simplyRNA Blood Kit over 12 month period

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29b9b298-b443-4a38-b1c2-2bfc23ea63e6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2021 - 30 Jun 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £26,484 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £26,484 |
| 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 | BIRMINGHAM WOMENS AND CHILDRENS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 6NH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PROMEGA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71900000 - Laboratory services

## Release History

- 9 Sep 2021 at 09:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29b9b298-b443-4a38-b1c2-2bfc23ea63e6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29b9b298-b443-4a38-b1c2-2bfc23ea63e6
  9th September 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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