Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c80-baaf-7260-bb53-3d1439582beb/701577408-provision-of-pathology-specimen-referral-service-to-operations-and-ove closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # 701577408-Provision of Pathology Specimen Referral Service to Operations and Overseas Bases- Contracts Finder Notice [Ministry of Defence](https://tendernation.io/buyers/ministry-of-defence) Estimated value £75,000 Published 8 Oct 2021 Deadline Closed 15 Nov 2021 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender CONTRACT FOR THE PROVISION OF A PATHOLOGY SPECIMEN REFERRAL SERVICE FOR OVERSEAS BASES AND OPERATIONS The Authority has a requirement for the provision of a pathology specimen referral service for overseas bases and operations. The successful Tenderer must be to provide a comprehensive testing service that includes the urgent (3 hours) and same day collection of all samples. Transport all samples from a nominated UK mainland disembarkation point to the Tenderers' testing facilities, processing specimens and report results within the agreed turnaround time, as stated in the Laboratory Handbook. The Tenderer will also be responsible for the production of an electronic user handbook highlighting tests available in-house, with sample requirements, pre-analytical requirements and estimated turnaround time (TAT) coherent with the RCPath guidelines. Cyber Security: The MoD has a duty to protect itself from Cyber threats and now we extend this to Suppliers we engage with. As an extension of the Government's Cyber Essentials Scheme the MoD, working together with Industry and other Government Departments, have developed a more robust Cyber Security Model, under the umbrella of the Defence Cyber Protection Partnership (DCPP). All prime contractors must have the cyber security controls specified in DEF Stan 05-138 (Cyber Security for Defence Suppliers), as appropriate to the cyber risk level specified in the contract. The Authority has determined the level of risk at HIGH - RAR- QAK5PPXX as defined in DEF Stan 05-138. In order to do business with the MOD you must have the cyber security controls required as shown above. Evaluation Criteria: Weighted Value for Money - Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MEAT), Technical 40%, Commercial 60% Should you have any questions please contact Theresa Freeman, Commercial Manager at All MOD Procurements are now run through the Defence Sourcing Portal (DSP). All interested suppliers will be required to Register on the DSP to participate in the Tender Exercise. Read full description ## CPV classification Pathology services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/d9a46cd1-9068-4f57-ae51-df593f531be3) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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