Award

Bespoke Pathology Forms, Labels & Specimen Bags - Multi Lot

QE FACILITIES

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

03 Feb 2025 at 11:30

Tender

01 Oct 2024 at 14:30

Summary of the contracting process

QE Facilities has awarded a contract for "Bespoke Pathology Forms, Labels & Specimen Bags - Multi Lot" to Hague Computer Supplies Limited and Jones & Brooks Ltd. The award was finalised on 31 January 2025, and the contract commenced on the same day, running until 31 January 2027. The procurement falls under the pathology services category, and it was conducted using an open procedure. The successful suppliers will be responsible for producing and stocking frequently used and ad hoc bespoke pathology forms, labels, and specimen bags at their premises. This contract, with a total value of £512,375, will serve the North East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender represents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing and supply of medical and laboratory consumables. SMEs specialising in printed materials and logistics may find this contract particularly beneficial, given the requirements for frequent and ad hoc production aligned with competitive pricing. Securing such a contract can lead to significant business growth through a steady revenue stream and the potential for contract extensions up to three additional years. Companies equipped to handle quick turnarounds and customised orders will have a competitive advantage in this procurement scenario.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bespoke Pathology Forms, Labels & Specimen Bags - Multi Lot

Notice Description

QE Facilities (the Authority) is seeking to appoint a supplier with the appropriate product range, experience and competitive pricing to supply Bespoke Pathology Forms, Labels & Specimen Bags. The successful Contractor will be required to operate a service where frequently used Bespoke Pathology Forms, Labels & Specimen Bags will be produced and stocked at the Contractors premises for call off by the Authority. The successful Contractor may also be required to produce Bespoke Pathology Forms, Labels & Specimen Bags on an ad hoc basis, often at short notice, to the specification provided by the Authority. The contract will be for an initial period of 2 Years and may be extended for up to a period of 1+1+1 Years, subject to meeting the relevant criteria set out in the contract.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3636858c-f902-41d0-bf1a-5ad6fdaac867
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/214b1f67-8082-45c4-8aed-0f9ea1699fb3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85111800 - Pathology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£512,375 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£512,375 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jan 202510 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jan 2025 - 31 Jan 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
QE FACILITIES
Contact Name
Megan Nixon
Contact Email
megan.nixon2@nhs.net
Contact Phone
01914452802

Buyer Location

Locality
GATESHEAD
Postcode
NE9 6SX
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Washington North
Westminster Constituency
Washington and Gateshead South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

HAGUE COMPUTER SUPPLIES

JONES & BROOKS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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