20260104 - Procurement of External Quality Assessments for use in the laboratories of the National Institute of Health Doctor Ricardo Jorge, I.P.

This tender, reference 20260104, concerns the procurement of External Quality Assessments (EQA) for the laboratories of the Instituto Nacional de Saúde Doutor Ricardo Jorge, I.P. (National Institute of Health Doctor Ricardo Jorge, Public Institute). The Instituto Nacional de Saúde Doutor Ricardo Jorge is a public institution responsible for public health in Portugal, playing a crucial role in health surveillance, research, and the provision of specialized laboratory services. The EQA are essential for ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and comparability of laboratory test results across different laboratories. These assessments involve sending blind samples to participating laboratories, which then analyze them and report their findings. The results are then compared against established reference values or the performance of other laboratories. The procurement aims to secure a supply of high-quality EQA schemes that cover a range of analytical tests performed within the Institute's laboratories. The specific scope of the EQA required will likely cover various disciplines within the health laboratory sector, such as clinical chemistry, microbiology, immunology, virology, and molecular diagnostics, among others. The successful bidder will be expected to provide comprehensive EQA services, including the provision of samples, detailed reports on performance, and potentially advisory services for improvement. This initiative is vital for maintaining the highest standards of laboratory performance, supporting clinical decision-making, and ensuring public health safety through reliable diagnostic testing. The tender is expected to attract bids from specialized providers of EQA services within the national and international markets.

This is a supplies contract in the health and medical services, Research and general supplies sectors. Located in Portugal, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of EUR 11,124.

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