--- title: "Packaging Standardisation for NHS Test & Trace" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02a760" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02a760" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02a760.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02a760.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE" published: "2021-09-23" --- # Packaging Standardisation for NHS Test & Trace Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02a760 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02a760) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02a760.json) ## Summary The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) is currently conducting a public procurement process titled "Packaging Standardisation for NHS Test & Trace". This procurement, classified under the goods industry category with a particular focus on "Cartons", is focused on standardising the packaging for Covid-19 test kits to ensure effective transport to homes and safe sample returns to laboratories. The procurement procedure is open and features multiple lots, including items such as individual sample boxes, grip seal bags, and other essential packaging components. The deadline for submitting expressions of interest has been updated to 29 September 2021, with the procurement period lasting for 150 days, and a potential maximum contract value of £5,760,000. This tender presents a significant opportunity for packaging suppliers and manufacturers to enhance their business through a timely supply of essential packaging materials. Companies specialising in goods related to medical consumables, environmental packaging solutions, or those with capabilities in producing secure and efficient packaging systems will be well-positioned to compete. Businesses that can meet the specific requirements of the NHS Test and Trace programme and demonstrate flexibility for potential extensions are especially encouraged to participate in this procurement process to contribute to public health efforts during the ongoing pandemic. ## Notice NHS Test and Trace is the national organisation under the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC) responsible for conducting Covid-19 testing in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. The ambition of NHS Test and Trace is to ensure that everyone who needs a test in the UK has access to one.DHSC are looking to standardise the packaging requirements for the test kits to move to a more effective and economic packaging solution that can protect test kits in transport to homes as well as meeting the legal requirements to safely transport samples returned to test laboratories. This packaging also needs to be handled efficiently at laboratories to maximise testing throughput.DHSC are now advising the market of our intention to procure these goods. Please see Lot information for specific goods required. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Individual Sample Return Box DHSC are looking to standardise the packaging requirements for the test kits to move to a more effective and economic packaging solution that can protect test kits in transport to homes as well as meeting the legal requirements to safely transport samples returned to test laboratories. This packaging also needs to be handled efficiently at laboratories to maximise testing throughput. Based on lab and end user feedback a packaging solution has been designed to meet these requirements. It includes LOT 1 individual sample return box, LOT 2 a grip seal bag, LOT 3 an absorbent sheet (to protect against leaks), LOT 4 a tamper evident seal and LOT 5 a mailing bag. This is Lot 1 individual sample return box.Suppliers are invited to bid for one or multiple Lots. Renewal: The Authority extend the duration of the Agreement for any period up to a maximum of additional 6 months in total from the expiry of the initial Term and then for any period up to a maximum 6 months in total from the expiry of the first extension (5 months + 6 months + 6 months) Lot 2 Grip Seal Bag DHSC are looking to standardise the packaging requirements for the test kits to move to a more effective and economic packaging solution that can protect test kits in transport to homes as well as meeting the legal requirements to safely transport samples returned to test laboratories. This packaging also needs to be handled efficiently at laboratories to maximise testing throughput. Based on lab and end user feedback a packaging solution has been designed to meet these requirements. It includes LOT 1 individual sample return box, LOT 2 a grip seal bag, LOT 3 an absorbent sheet (to protect against leaks), LOT 4 a tamper evident seal and LOT 5 a mailing bag. This is Lot 2 grip seal bag.Suppliers are invited to bid for one or multiple Lots. Renewal: The Authority extend the duration of the Agreement for any period up to a maximum of additional 6 months in total from the expiry of the initial Term and then for any period up to a maximum 6 months in total from the expiry of the first extension (5 months + 6 months + 6 months) Lot 3 Absorbent Sheet DHSC are looking to standardise the packaging requirements for the test kits to move to a more effective and economic packaging solution that can protect test kits in transport to homes as well as meeting the legal requirements to safely transport samples returned to test laboratories. This packaging also needs to be handled efficiently at laboratories to maximise testing throughput. Based on lab and end user feedback a packaging solution has been designed to meet these requirements. It includes LOT 1 individual sample return box, LOT 2 a grip seal bag, LOT 3 an absorbent sheet (to protect against leaks), LOT 4 a tamper evident seal and LOT 5 a mailing bag. This is Lot 3 absorbent sheet.Suppliers are invited to bid for one or multiple Lots. Renewal: The Authority extend the duration of the Agreement for any period up to a maximum of additional 6 months in total from the expiry of the initial Term and then for any period up to a maximum 6 months in total from the expiry of the first extension (5 months + 6 months + 6 months) Lot 5 Mailing Bag DHSC are looking to standardise the packaging requirements for the test kits to move to a more effective and economic packaging solution that can protect test kits in transport to homes as well as meeting the legal requirements to safely transport samples returned to test laboratories. This packaging also needs to be handled efficiently at laboratories to maximise testing throughput. Based on lab and end user feedback a packaging solution has been designed to meet these requirements. It includes LOT 1 individual sample return box, LOT 2 a grip seal bag, LOT 3 an absorbent sheet (to protect against leaks), LOT 4 a tamper evident seal and LOT 5 a mailing bag. This is Lot 5 mailing bag.Suppliers are invited to bid for one or multiple Lots. Renewal: The Authority extend the duration of the Agreement for any period up to a maximum of additional 6 months in total from the expiry of the initial Term and then for any period up to a maximum 6 months in total from the expiry of the first extension (5 months + 6 months + 6 months) Lot 4 Tamper Evident Seal DHSC are looking to standardise the packaging requirements for the test kits to move to a more effective and economic packaging solution that can protect test kits in transport to homes as well as meeting the legal requirements to safely transport samples returned to test laboratories. This packaging also needs to be handled efficiently at laboratories to maximise testing throughput. Based on lab and end user feedback a packaging solution has been designed to meet these requirements. It includes LOT 1 individual sample return box, LOT 2 a grip seal bag, LOT 3 an absorbent sheet (to protect against leaks), LOT 4 a tamper evident seal and LOT 5 a mailing bag. This is Lot 4 tamper evident seal.Suppliers are invited to bid for one or multiple Lots. Renewal: The Authority extend the duration of the Agreement for any period up to a maximum of additional 6 months in total from the expiry of the initial Term and then for any period up to a maximum 6 months in total from the expiry of the first extension (5 months + 6 months + 6 months) ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021408-2021 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Sep 2021 | | Submission deadline | 22 Sep 2021 | | Future notice date | 9 May 2021 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £5,760,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories - 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) ### Codes - 18930000 - Sacks and bags - 18933000 - Mail or parcel bags - 30192800 - Self-adhesive labels - 30199760 - Labels - 33140000 - Medical consumables - 44617100 - Cartons ## Release History - 23 Sep 2021 at 15:46 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021408-2021 - 23 Sep 2021 at 15:46 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023729-2021 - 31 Aug 2021 at 14:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013380-2021 - 31 Aug 2021 at 14:26 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021476-2021 - 14 May 2021 at 12:23 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010678-2021 - 19 Apr 2021 at 09:52 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008175-2021 ## Notice URLs - http://health.atamis.co.uk - https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/market-engagement-event-standardised-packaging-test-trace-tickets-154666717315 - https://www.gov.uk/courts-tribunals - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-of-health-and-social-care ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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