---
title: "NSSCOVID-19 -197 Supply of Virus PCR Sample Solution (VPSS)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02a82e"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (\"NSS\")"
published: "2021-04-20"
---

# NSSCOVID-19 -197 Supply of Virus PCR Sample Solution (VPSS)

Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02a82e

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), which is seeking to supply Virus PCR Sample Solution (VPSS) under the formal tender ID NSSCOVID-19 -197. This process is categorized under medical equipment and aims to support the healthcare sector during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. The contract is active and valued at approximately £9,918,015, with a duration of 360 days initiated on 1st April 2020. The delivery will primarily take place within Scotland, particularly addressing the needs of the NHS Scotland health and social care sector. The legal basis for this tender is outlined under CELEX Regulation 32014L0024 and it is currently at the award stage following an earlier modification to meet increased volume requirements.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses involved in the supply of medical equipment, specifically those with capabilities in manufacturing or distributing PCR testing solutions. Companies that can promptly meet the delivery requirements and have proven experience in healthcare supply chains would be well-positioned to compete. By collaborating with NHS Scotland and responding to the increased demand for medical supplies during a critical time, businesses can expand their market reach and solidify their foothold within the healthcare sector.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This contract modification has been agreed between the supplier and the Authority on behalf of NHS Scotland to meet the additional demands of the Scottish Health and Social Care sector during the current Covid-19 pandemic. This modification has been approved to maintain necessary supply and remove unnecessary disruption from the Authority at this time in line with Regulation 72(1)(b) of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008381-2021 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2020 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £9,918,015 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Not specified |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS") |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH12 9EB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Drum Brae/Gyle |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | E&O LABORATORIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33100000 - Medical equipments

## Release History

- 20 Apr 2021 at 15:04 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008381-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nhsscotlandprocurement.scot.nhs.uk/
- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:457532-2020:TEXT:EN:HTML
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA11883

## Provenance

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