Where Care Excellence Meets Business Success. Transform your operations today - 0333 577 0877
Log in to CareSync Interview Preparation.

Would you like to receive update from CareSync Experts?
Summary, notice description and lot information
The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (NNUH) is engaged in a procurement process titled "NNUH/UHB - Provision of Clinical Laboratory Services 2024/27" under the category of services provided by medical laboratories. The project is located in the UKH15 region and is at the award stage as of 16th September 2025. The procurement process, which did not feature a prior call for competition, involves a direct award procedure to the University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB).
The contract, valued at £312,000, is currently in the standstill period, with representations allowed until 26th September 2025. The focus is on providing reference testing services for blood samples, and the award is guided by the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in clinical laboratory services, especially those with expertise in reference testing of blood samples.
Despite the direct award to UHB, companies with comparable capabilities may consider positioning themselves for future opportunities by demonstrating innovation, quality, and integration in service delivery. Prospective vendors would benefit from preparing to meet the high standards of quality and value required by such public sector health contracts, which are keen on maintaining service excellence, cost-effectiveness, and stakeholder collaboration. Engaging with the buyer, NNUH, and understanding their strategic needs can provide insights and potential openings for similar procurements.
Reference testing services in relation to blood samples. The indicative lifetime value of this contract is PS312,000. NNUH are intending to award this service to University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust following direct award process C as an existing provider of this service. Additional information: This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023). For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award. The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. Representations by providers must be made to laura.marshall@nnuh.nhs.uk by midnight on the 26th September 2025. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice services as an intention to award under the PSR.<br/><br/>There were no declared conflicts or potential conflicts of interest of individuals making the decision to award this contract.<br/><br/>The decision to award this contract is due to its alignment with 1, 2, and 3 of the essential criteria: Quality and Innovation, reflecting the high standards and continuous improvement demonstrated consistently by our current supplier over recent years; Integration, collaboration, and service sustainability, demonstrated by the seamless integration, stakeholder collaboration, and uninterrupted service provision; and Value, which is maintained through a careful balance between cost-effectiveness and the proven quality of service nurtured through our strategic partnership with this supplier. This contract award promotes these criteria, emphasizing excellence, sustainability, and efficiency in its implementation.<br/><br/>As such, it was agreed the existing provider is satisfying the original contract and will likely satisfy the proposed contract to a sufficient standard.
Notice type, method, and CPV codes
Financial information and value estimates
Contract duration information not available.
Publication, submission, and award timeline
Current status of tender, lots, awards, and contracts
Buyer organisation and contact details
Supplier who was awarded this contract
External resources and data downloads
The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector.
Our expert team can help you prepare a winning bid. Get professional support from CareSync Experts.
Get in touch with our team at Care Sync Experts today for a consultation.
Email: hello@caresyncexperts.co.uk
Phone: 0333 577 0877
Contact Us