Histopathology Outsourcing for Portsmouth Hospitals University Trust Cellular Pathology department

This public procurement process, initiated by the South of England Procurement Centre, centres on the "Histopathology Outsourcing for Portsmouth Hospitals University Trust Cellular Pathology department." The procurement, categorised within pathology services (CPV code 85111800), involves outsourcing histopathology cases with laboratory technical and consultant diagnostic reporting services. It is located in the UK, Fareham (region UKJ35) and was managed without an open call for competition as it falls outside the directive's application scope.

The procurement process used the Provider Selection Regime (PSR), with a direct award confirmed for the contract starting from 1st November 2025 to 31st December 2026. The total contract value amounts to £950,000 excluding VAT, with the award procedure finalised by early January 2026. The tender provides significant opportunities for businesses, especially those with technical expertise in histopathology.

The contract strengthens business relationships and supports growth for suppliers like the Poundbury Cancer Institute, who have established a rapport with PHU Pathologists and their clinical teams. The flexible, non-restrictive nature of the contract allows suppliers to provide services on an as-needed basis, encouraging businesses to align their operational capabilities with PHU's requirements. Businesses providing certified consultants and meeting ISO15189 accreditation standards are particularly well-suited to benefit from this opportunity, contributing to robust patient safety and high service value.