Biochemistry Referrals - Manchester University NHSFT

The procurement process for Biochemistry Referrals at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust has recently been completed, administered by Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust. The contract, valued at £30,000, covers services provided by medical laboratories and falls under the industry category of health services. This direct award was conducted without a prior call for competition under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) as per Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023.

The contract period commences from 1st April 2025 and ends on 31st March 2026, with the procurement reaching the award stage as of 13th August 2025. The procurement location is the United Kingdom, and the process was finalised with Manchester University Hospitals NHSFT being the awarded supplier. This tender creates opportunities for businesses specialising in medical laboratory services, particularly those that can offer biochemistry referral tests.

Companies that can provide compatible analytical methodologies, with appropriate reference ranges and clinical comments, stand a competitive chance. The procurement will particularly benefit firms with national reputations and user feedback that highlight their capability to deliver quality services. UKAS accreditation or equivalent pending ETS assessment adds further merit for potential suppliers looking to grow their business in this domain.