Haematology Referrals - South Tees Hospitals NHSFT

The procurement process, managed by Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust, involves the provision of Haematology Referral tests for South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This contract pertains to the industry category of services provided by medical laboratories and spans the United Kingdom, with a focus on Gateshead, Tyne and Wear. The procurement is at the contract award stage, with the formal award confirmed on 22nd July 2025.

The services under this contract are to be provided from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2028, with a contract value of £12,000. The procurement method employed was a direct award without prior publication of a call for competition, under the Health Care Services Regulations 2023. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in medical and laboratory services, particularly those capable of providing cost-effective, accredited, and quality-assured haematology tests.

Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in medical laboratory services could derive substantial growth by aligning their offering to meet the contract's requirements. Companies with a proven track record in achieving key performance indicators (KPIs) related to resource and clinical cover will be well-positioned to succeed. Furthermore, this contract does not fall under the usual Procurement Act 2023 provisions, offering a unique regime-focused competitive environment.