Automated Microbiology Blood Culture, Identification and Susceptability Testing Systems [168085]

Concepts

• diagnostic systems
• londonderry
• blood testing reagents
• automated microbiology blood culture, identification and susceptability testing systems
• none automated microbiology blood culture, identification and susceptibility testing systems
• testing
• culture
• susceptability
• automated
• susceptibility

Location

Londonderry

Description

Automated Microbiology Blood Culture, Identification and Susceptibility Testing Systems [168085]

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Award Detail

CPV Codes

• 33124110 - Diagnostic systems
• 33124100 - Diagnostic devices
• 33696200 - Blood-testing reagents

Indicators

• Contract modified due to additional needs.

Legal Justification

These modifications are in accordance with Regulations 72(1)(b)(i) and (ii). A tender process commenced in January 2023, with preliminary market engagement starting in September 2023 via PIN Notice (2023/S 000-026578). While there are planned measures for the retendering of services, technological advances have resulted in a significant extension of scope, necessitating a longer tender process. Due to the project’s complexity, the modifications are required to thoroughly investigate the Client’s infrastructure, cyber security protocols, and connectivity requirements in line with information gathered during market engagement. The modifications are also necessary to allow the client to complete business cases that outline the change to scope. Finally, while the tender is in progress, the modifications are needed to guarantee the ongoing provision of essential microbiology services that include the diagnosis, treatment, management, and prevention of infectious diseases.

Other Information

The UK does not have a body responsible for appeals or mediation. The High Court is the arbiter of formal procurement challenges and the review procedures are as set out in the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. Proceedings under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 are time limited, and any such proceedings must be brought in the High Court.