--- title: "Programme CORTISONE - Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-049c6b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-049c6b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-049c6b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-049c6b.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2024-10-04" --- # Programme CORTISONE - Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-049c6b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-049c6b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-049c6b.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence (MOD) is seeking an open tender for the procurement of a replacement Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) under Programme CORTISONE. The tender, identified by Programme ID 711972450 and titled "Programme CORTISONE - Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)," pertains to the medical software package industry. The LIMS supports military biomedical operations, ensuring efficient management of laboratory results, blood components, and quality assurance data in compliance with MHRA regulations. Key deadlines include submission of clarification questions by 25 October 2024 at 17:00 GMT, expressions of interest by 01 November 2024, and tender openings on 04 November 2024. The anticipated selection of the preferred bidder is set for 29 November 2024. The procurement process follows an open procedure, facilitating electronic submission and communications through the Defence Sourcing Portal. This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses in the medical software and laboratory management sectors to expand their portfolios and secure significant government contracts. Ideal candidates include companies specialising in medical software solutions, particularly those experienced with complex, secure, and regulatory-compliant systems required by Defence Medical Services (DMS). With a contract value estimated at GBP 3.86 million and spanning multiple years, successful businesses can expect to enhance their expertise and market presence in military healthcare and logistical support systems. The inclusion of comprehensive technical and commercial evaluation criteria ensures that only proficient and capable suppliers will be considered, hence promoting high standards and reliable partnerships. ## Notice The Authority is seeking to procure a replacement LIMS Capability for the Defence Medical Services (DMS). LIMS is used by military Biomedical Scientists (BMS) in support of all deployed Operations & Exercises and supports the following: a. The interface of laboratory analysers with the system, allowing the bi-directional flow of results, test profiles and quality assurance data. b. To assign blood components to patients, rapidly and accurately, to support the management of the trauma casualty. c. The management of blood stocks allowing the storage and rapid retrieval of final fate information in line with Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) regulations. d. The storage of patient's laboratory results and quality assurance information. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Invitation to Tender for CORTISONE Deployed Laboratory Information Management System This will be an Open Tender for any interested supplier. More information and access to the documentation can be found through the Defence Sourcing Portal. Defence Medical Services DMS is procuring a new LIMS to support Pathology services in the Deployed environment, a critical component of healthcare delivery. Defence Pathology is deployed as part of a healthcare facility and provides diagnostic testing services and blood for transfusion to both primary and secondary healthcare services across the entire Operational Patient Care Pathway. This includes General Practice, Resuscitation including trauma and massive haemorrhage, all deployed medical and surgical capabilities including Damage Control Surgery, Intensive Care, Infection Control, Medical Evacuation and Sexual Healthcare. Service provision is tailored to the size and composition of the deployed population at risk (PAR). For all specialities, the LIMS is the primary repository of data relating to testing and subsequent reporting. In Defence Pathology, laboratory data are generated across four main areas: 1. Blood Sciences o Clinical Biochemistry o Haematology and Coagulation 2. Transfusion o Blood Banking o Blood grouping and crossmatching 3. Microbiology o Culture o Serology/Virology o Molecular diagnostics 4. Referrals o Specialist testing unavailable in the deployed space for each of the above o Cellular Pathology Defence Pathology operates overseas and maritime deployed pathology services on an as-required basis in deployable medical facilities ranging in size from small teams (single resus and surgical bed with no hold capability) through to full size field hospitals (up to 100 ward beds) as part of the DMS. The medical capabilities on deployments should be considered as a network providing care through fixed, mobile and peripatetic service delivery methods. In addition, Defence Pathology personnel are located at four UK based locations (Centre of Defence Pathology, the Training School, and two Joint Hospital Group sites). The Authority may be supported by suitably qualified, experienced and appropriately security cleared independent third parties during the design, assessment and evaluation of tender responses. These third-party assessors are obliged to protect Tenderer and Authority information and are bound to confidence and impartiality through appropriate contractual obligations with the Authority. For further information, on the evaluation strategy, please review Annex C2 of the Invitation to Tender (ITT) Pack. The LIMS procurement will be run via the Defence Sourcing Portal (DSP). The DSP will be used for all communications surrounding the procurement, including the publication of the ITT, access to ITT documentation, clarification question submissions and responses, tender evaluation, and the subsequent contract award. A direct link to this opportunity can be found here: https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=58765 The Title of the Defence opportunity is: Programme CORTISONE - DEPLOYED LABORATORY INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (LIMS) PLEASE NOTE: You will require access to the DSP to view the ITT Pack. To sign up for the DSP, please follow the guidance on this link: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/956927/Defence_Sourcing_Portal_-_Supplier_Registration_Guide.pdf The deadline for bidders to submit clarification questions is 11 October 2024 at 17:00 GMT. Renewal: Funding has been approved for the first three years of the contract until FY 27/28. Additional funding will be sought to provide enduring support for the full contract duration. The Authority would like to make clear that it has an enduring requirement for a LIMS system for the full duration of the contract. Any further questions please contact the MOD through the Defence Sourcing Portal. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031970-2024 | | Notice type | Tender 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 | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 4 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 18 Oct 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £3,865,041 | | Lots value | £3,850,000 | | 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE | | Locality | CORSHAM | | Post town | Not specified | | Postcode | ​​​​​​​SN13 9NR | | Country | Not specified | | ITL 1 | Not specified | | ITL 2 | Not specified | | ITL 3 | Not specified | | Local authority | Not specified | | Electoral ward | Not specified | | Westminster constituency | Not specified | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems ### Codes - 48180000 - Medical software package ## Release History - 4 Oct 2024 at 16:05 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031970-2024 - 19 Sep 2024 at 21:09 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030085-2024 ## Notice URLs - https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/956927/Defence_Sourcing_Portal_-_Supplier_Registration_Guide.pdf - https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=58765 - https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/ogc-host/public/mod/web/login.html?VISITORID=a3429cd9-1f3c-4bc7-b6b2-ff6ec94f6ba1&_ncp=1726226237772.870794-1 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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