Tender

PATHOLOGY NETWORK SOLUTIONS

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF NORTH MIDLANDS NHS TRUST

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Tender

15 Jun 2018 at 16:00

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is seeking a single provider for the "Pathology Network Solutions" project, which aims to enhance pathology services through the establishment of 20 national networks as outlined in the NHS Improvement plan. This public procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 9th July 2018. The contract will commence on 10th July 2018 and is expected to conclude by 11th July 2018. The procurement, classified under business development consultancy services, has a total budget of £55,000, with a minimum threshold of £45,000. The service will be delivered in the West Midlands region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in consultancy services, especially those with expertise in healthcare improvement and project management. Companies that can demonstrate a strong track record in delivering high-quality consultancy, particularly in the health services sector, would be well-placed to compete for this contract. Additionally, providers who can showcase their ability to collaborate effectively with NHS teams to enhance service delivery and patient outcomes will likely find this tender to be a promising avenue for growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PATHOLOGY NETWORK SOLUTIONS

Notice Description

As part of the NHS Improvement (NHSI) published plan to improve pathology services and introduce 20 national networks. The Authority is looking for a single provider to review and advise on how to manage and implement the project by working alongside the pathology teams to deliver a final Strategic Outline Case. The outcome must deliver improved value and quality of service for users and for patients, as well as bring together shared clinical expertise to ensure a sustainable service for our network. Full details are provided within the attached specification.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-71f5652e-b66e-4615-b439-2e19bf5aac81
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61cd4296-9032-46cd-948a-9c3b419e0d08
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£55,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jun 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jul 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Jul 2018 - 11 Jul 2018 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF NORTH MIDLANDS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STOKE ON TRENT, STAFFORDSHIRE
Postcode
ST4 6QG
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Stoke-on-Trent
Electoral Ward
Penkhull & Springfields
Westminster Constituency
Stoke-on-Trent Central

Further Information

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