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TenderPathology servicesCPV: 38430000

Provision of Blood Sciences Managed Laboratory Service

Birmingham
Published 26 Sept, 2025
Contract Value
£280,000,000
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Overview

Summary, notice description and lot information

Summary of the contracting process

The University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is currently in the tender stage for a contract titled "Provision of Blood Sciences Managed Laboratory Service." This contract, managed by HealthTrust Europe LLP, is for services within the pathology and biomedical equipment sectors. The procurement process is conducted as a selective and competitive flexible procedure, involving multiple stages of dialogue to refine the procurement requirements.

The deadline for expressions of interest is set for 30th October 2025, with preliminary enquiries to be concluded by 21st October 2025. The contract's estimated start date is 1st October 2028, located in the United Kingdom, and it will extend over the course of seven years, with potential renewals extending up to a total of nine additional years. The project's total estimated value stands at £336 million, emphasising quality and cost alongside social value considerations.

This procurement offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies with expertise in blood sciences equipment and services, including staff training, maintenance, and IT system management. It is particularly well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide innovative and sustainable solutions. Businesses specialising in immunology, haematology, and other related biomedical fields will find this tender relevant.

The competitive flexible procedure allows interested parties to tailor their proposals to the specific needs of the Authority, creating an environment conducive to presenting bespoke and industry-leading solutions. This engagement is a strategic opportunity for businesses aiming to expand their footprint within the public healthcare supply chain in the UK.

Notice Description

The scope of the blood sciences managed service will include the provision of all blood sciences equipment, maintenance, staff training, reagents & consumables, associated IT systems and enabling works for the delivery of chemistry, immunoassay, haematology, coagulation, blood transfusion, and immunology services. Other tests such as Point of Care Testing may be considered at a later stage of the procurement as part of the Contract. Tenderers should use the information provided as part of this tender to propose innovative, efficient and sustainable solutions that meet the outlined needs of the Contracting Authority.

Lot Information1 Lot
1Untitled Lot
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The parties can mutually agree in writing any extensions to the contract to a total maximum extension period of 9 years

Procurement Classification

Notice type, method, and CPV codes

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050d69
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Awardee Scale
Not specified
Current Stage
Tender

Contract Values

Financial information and value estimates

Tender Value
£280,000,000
Lots Value
£280,000,000
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

The contract period is seven years.

Key Dates

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Tender

26 Sep 2025 at 10:21

UK4 - Tender Notice

Notice Status

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Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority

Buyer organisation and contact details

UHO
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF NORTH MIDLANDS NHS TRUST
Services
Contact Name
Customer Care
STOKE
ST4 6QG
West Midlands
England
TLG3 West Midlands

Awarded Supplier

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Number of Suppliers
0
Awards Value
Not specified

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