Microbiology Services for Referred Microbiology, Virology and Serological Investigations
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The procurement process concerns the Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust's intention to award a contract for Microbiology Services, which encompasses Referred Microbiology, Virology, and Serological Investigations, set to operate from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026. Falling under the health and social work services category, this contract involves the provision of comprehensive diagnostic and clinical advice services primarily located in the UK region. The procurement is in the award stage following a limited procedure method under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, bypassing the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.
Key dates include the publication of the intention to award notice on 17th September 2025 and a deadline for representations by 25th September 2025. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in health-related diagnostic services, particularly those experienced in microbiology, virology, and serology. The contract offers a significant growth opportunity through collaboration with the UK Health Security Agency and delivering crucial support in clinical settings.
Businesses with capabilities in diagnostic testing, molecular studies, and having established ties with healthcare professionals would be well-suited to compete, provided they meet the service specifications and delivery timelines outlined by the awarding body.
Provision of a comprehensive diagnostic referral service for samples requiring virology and serological investigations and other investigations where indicated. This service must also include clinical advice to healthcare professionals. The contract runs from 01/04/25 to 31/03/26
To provide a range of diagnostic services including: * Virology * Serology * Molecular * Clinical advice advice (UK Health Security Agency will provide telephone support from a Consultant Microbiologist / Virologist for clinical advice to the Consultant team for all patient samples tested within the contract * Referred work Results to be provided within stated TAT's Activity baseline 15,357
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