Water Testing Services

The University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust has completed the procurement process for "Water Testing Services," with the contract specifically focused on bacteriological analysis services, including testing for pseudomonas aeruginosa at the Royal Derby Hospital. This procurement falls under the services category and was conducted through a "Below threshold - unknown" procurement method. The tender process was initiated with the contract awarded to Mercian Science Limited.

The contract runs for eight months from 1st July 2025 to 28th February 2026, with a total value of £29,223.36, including VAT. This procurement is classed as complete with the award status listed as active. The awarding of this contract to Mercian Science Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise, highlights opportunities for similar businesses involved in providing bacteriological analysis services to engage with public sector healthcare contracts.

Companies specialising in laboratory testing and health-related analytical services might find growth potential by forming service partnerships with large healthcare institutions. Businesses in the region of Derby, as well as other UK enterprises, should look for similar opportunities that facilitate collaborations with public authorities like the NHS, which consistently require specialized services to maintain health safety standards. The successful completion of this process demonstrates the Trust's commitment to health safety through rigorous service provisions.