RCI Antenatal Confirmatory Testing

Seeking provision of a supplier of antenatal microbiology confirmatory testing for samples which are identified as reactive at time of screening. Confirmatory testing and reporting of screening samples showing reactive to identify: Syphilis Hepatitis B HIV 1 & 2 Hepatitis C The supplier will need to offer a service to NHSBT which meets national guidelines, has the ability to report results accurately within agreed timescales, has national coverage and has resilience to guarantee a continuation of service despite adverse events. The successful supplier must offer the following: - A proven track record in the provision of virology testing - Robust reporting systems to ensure Public Health and local clinical requirements are met - National coverage with local clinical follow up - A standard price for carrying out the testing based on current forecasts - Ability to meet guideline turnaround times