Planning

CA17879 - ESNEFT2745 - Pathology Labels, Forms and Packaging

EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FT

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Planning

22 May 2026 at 12:21

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS FT is conducting a procurement process titled "CA17879 - ESNEFT2745 - Pathology Labels, Forms and Packaging," classified under the pathology services category. The procurement stage is currently in planning, with the engagement phase set to conclude on 22nd August 2026. The procurement involves supplying non-clinical consumables, such as forms, labels, and packaging for use in various pathology disciplines across community settings and primary care. The project will have a delivery address in Ipswich, England, with services extending to cover British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the rest of the world.

This tender offers a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in pathology-related services or those equipped to provide non-clinical consumables. It presents growth potential for businesses focused on medical supplies, packaging, and logistical services within healthcare sectors. Companies with the capability to meet diverse geographical delivery requirements are especially well-suited for this opportunity. Engaging in this tender could enhance a business's client base in the healthcare field and expand its reach into international markets.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CA17879 - ESNEFT2745 - Pathology Labels, Forms and Packaging

Notice Description

Supply of Non-clinical consumables for use within various pathology disciplines, community settings and across primary care inclusive of forms, labels and packaging To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17879. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17879 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-24e32a55-1046-492e-9d0d-7b63f7973910
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6ad5788-ad94-40d4-b8c9-f57091f985e8
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85111800 - Pathology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
22 Aug 20264 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
IPSWICH
Postcode
IP4 5PD
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH62 Ipswich
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Bixley
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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