---
title: "PCR Sample Collection Kits and Consumables"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000717434"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (\"NSS\")"
published: "2022-12-21"
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# PCR Sample Collection Kits and Consumables

Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000717434

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## Summary

The Common Services Agency, also known as NHS National Services Scotland, based in Edinburgh, UK, has completed an awarding process for the procurement of PCR Sample Collection Kits and Consumables. The tender, titled 'PCR Sample Collection Kits and Consumables', falls under the Health industry category. The contract was signed on 21st November 2022. The procurement method used was an open procedure, and the contract value is £1,300,000 GBP.

This public procurement opportunity for PCR Sample Collection Kits and Consumables issued by NHS National Services Scotland presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the health sector. Companies specialising in supplying PCR sample collection devices, inactivation mediums, sterile swabs, and associated consumables are well-suited to compete. The successful completion of this tender could lead to business expansion and enhanced market presence in the healthcare industry.

## Notice

The Scope of the framework is for the supply of PCR Sample Collection Devices and Consumables. Included within the framework are Individual Tube(s) with prefilled Viral Transport Medium (VTM) 1ml/3ml, VTM Sample Collection Kits, Individual Tube(s) with prefilled Inactivation Medium, Inactivation Medium Sample Collection Kits 1ml/3ml, IVD Peel Pouch containing Dry Sterile Swabs and various associated consumables such as Lysis Buffer. The sample collection products can be used for multiple viral and microbiological pathogens.

### Lot Information

1a - Individual Tube (green capped) with prefilled volumes of Viral Transport Medium (VTM) - 1ml

The Procurement of Individual Tube (green capped) with prefilled volumes of Viral Transport Medium (VTM) - 1ml

1b - Individual Tube (green capped) with prefilled volumes of Viral Transport Medium (VTM) - 3ml

The Procurement of Individual Tube (green capped) with prefilled volumes of Viral Transport Medium (VTM) - 3ml

2a - VTM Sample Collection Kit (in Peel Pouch format), containing individual Tube (green capped) prefilled with volume of VTM and an individual Sterile Dry Swab with Breakpoint - 1ml

The procurement of VTM Sample Collection Kit (in Peel Pouch format), containing individual Tube (green capped) prefilled with volume of VTM and an individual Sterile Dry Swab with Breakpoint - 1ml

2b - VTM Sample Collection Kit (in Peel Pouch format), containing individual Tube (green capped) prefilled with volume of VTM and an individual Sterile Dry Swab with Breakpoint - 3ml

The Procurement of VTM Sample Collection Kit (in Peel Pouch format), containing individual Tube (green capped) prefilled with volume of VTM and an individual Sterile Dry Swab with Breakpoint - 3ml

3 - Individual Tube (red capped) with prefilled volumes of Inactivation Medium

The Procurement of Individual Tube (red capped) with prefilled volumes of Inactivation Medium

4 - Inactivation Medium Sample Collection Kit (in Peel Pouch format), containing individual Tube (red cap) prefilled with Inactivation medium and an Individual Sterile Dry Swab with Breakpoint

The procurement of Inactivation Medium Sample Collection Kit (in Peel Pouch format), containing individual Tube (red capped) prefilled with volume of Inactivation medium and an Individual Sterile Dry Swab with Breakpoint

5 - IVD Peel Pouch containing Sterile Dry Swab with Breakpoint

The procurement of IVD Peel Pouch containing Sterile Dry Swab with Breakpoint

6 - Various Consumables

The procurement of various associated Consumables

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC467521 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Dec 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Nov 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,300,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 | 11 |
| Supplier names | 2SAN GLOBAL; ALPHA LABORATORIES; BRIAN HUTCHISON; DGP INTELSIUS; E&O LABORATORIES; LIFE SCIENCE GROUP; MEDICAL WIRE & EQUIPMENT; NOVUM MEDTECH; ORIGIN; RAINBOW DIAGNOSTICS; THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 33140000 - Medical consumables
- 38911000 - Manual swab test kits

## Release History

- 21 Dec 2022 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC467521

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC467521
  PCR Sample Collection Kits and Consumables - The Scope of the framework is for the supply of PCR Sample Collection Devices and Consumables. Included within the framework are Individual Tube(s) with prefilled Viral Transport Medium (VTM) 1ml/3ml, VTM Sample Collection Kits, Individual Tube(s) with prefilled Inactivation Medium, Inactivation Medium Sample Collection Kits 1ml/3ml, IVD Peel Pouch containing Dry Sterile Swabs and various associated consumables such as Lysis Buffer. The sample collection products can be used for multiple viral and microbiological pathogens.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000717434

## Provenance

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