---
title: "Supply of a booking platform to facilitate the purchase of Covid-19 test(s)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02e031"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE"
published: "2021-09-13"
---

# Supply of a booking platform to facilitate the purchase of Covid-19 test(s)

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02e031

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## Summary

The procurement process, managed by the Department of Health and Social Care, involves the supply of a booking platform to facilitate the purchase of Covid-19 tests. This contract falls under the industry category of travel services, specifically focused on services, and is located in London, UK. The procurement method used was a limited procedure with an award without prior publication due to extreme urgency. The contract was signed on 3rd August 2021, and although the procurement status is complete, it serves as an interim solution to address gaps in service and operational risks until October 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in software development, digital platforms, and health tech solutions that can quickly adapt to meet urgent needs under strict guidelines. Companies that have experience working within healthcare regulations and the ability to deliver necessary services under tight deadlines will find themselves well-positioned to compete in this market. Engaging in such contracts can enhance a business's reputation while contributing positively to public health initiatives.

## Notice

Supply of a booking platform to facilitate the purchase of Covid-19 test(s) by a person who is required by law take Covid-19 test(s) when arriving in the UK from a country designated as being on the 'Amber List' or 'Green List'

### Lot Information

Lot 1

A number of contracting options have been considered including contracting via a CCS consultancy framework with the consultancy partner then subcontracting the work to CTM, this has however been commercially rejected due to high fees. MQS Commercial's recommendation that a direct award under section 32(2)(c) of the Public Contract Regulations 2015 is made. The duration is short term in nature to October 21.

### Procurement Information

Interim solution only, gap in service would results in operational risk for MQS.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022722-2021 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## 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 | TLE41 Bradford |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CORPORATE TRAVEL MANAGEMENT NORTH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 63515000 - Travel services

## Release History

- 13 Sep 2021 at 16:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022722-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-of-health-and-social-care
- https://www.travelctm.co.uk/

## Provenance

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