Clinical tests supplementing seafarers’ medical examinations for maritime embarkation

Summary

The tender covers clinical tests in Almería to supplement seafarers’ medical examinations for maritime embarkation. The service includes taking, collecting, transporting and analysing blood and other samples, providing the necessary sampling materials, and delivering the results. Tests may include a standard profile, other profiles and individual parameters, including occupational exposure markers. Samples are collected at the provider’s laboratory in Almería on weekdays other than public holidays, between 08:00 and 09:00. The contract runs for 12 months from 1 October 2026 or, if later, from the date of signature, and may be extended once for one year. The estimated budget for the initial term is EUR 24,500, exempt from VAT; payment is based on unit prices for tests actually performed. The estimated volume is approximately 360 analytical requests per year. Price carries 49 points and qualitative criteria 51 points, including prompt delivery of standard-profile results. Bids must be submitted electronically as a single signed submission, and bidders must be registered in the relevant official register of bidders.