WSFT - Pathology - Equipment & Reagents (Biochemistry)

WEST SUFFOLK NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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05 Jun 2026 at 12:08

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust involved a contract for Pathology Equipment and Reagents in the Biochemistry field, classified under the CPV code for Reagents for electrophoresis. This process, which has reached the award stage, was initiated as a tender with an emphasis on selective procurement via a call-off from a framework agreement. Taking place in the East of England, the contract has been awarded to HELENA BIOSCIENCES EUROPE and will run from 26th September 2025 to 25th September 2030. The procurement’s total value is GBP 175,410.34, with significant activities recorded between the tender period ending on 25th July 2025 and the publication of the award notice on 5th June 2026.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in medical and laboratory supplies, particularly those with expertise in electrophoresis reagents. While the specific award does not suit small and medium enterprises or voluntary, community and social enterprises, it still represents an opportunity for well-established suppliers able to meet the requirements of framework agreements. Companies with a strong presence in the healthcare sector, particularly those familiar with NHS operating procedures and quality standards, would find this procurement advantageous for driving business growth.

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Notice Title

WSFT - Pathology - Equipment & Reagents (Biochemistry)

Notice Description

Equipment and Reagents agreement

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4602f583-e8e8-48fb-a693-90b74c04ae30
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34ee24fe-a0fd-4024-88ea-c0eeceb00f3e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33696600 - Reagents for electrophoresis

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£175,410 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£175,410 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Sep 20259 months ago
Contract Period
25 Sep 2025 - 25 Sep 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST SUFFOLK NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BURY ST EDMUNDS
Postcode
IP33 2QZ
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH64 West Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
West Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Southgate
Westminster Constituency
Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HELENA BIOSCIENCES EUROPE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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