Tender

Cellular Pathology off-site specimen archive solution

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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19 Apr 2017 at 14:31

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Summary of the contracting process

The University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust is seeking proposals for a "Cellular Pathology off-site specimen archive solution," aiming to procure off-site storage and retrieval services for specimens from its Cellular Pathology department. This tender is currently in the active stage, with the tender period closing on 10th May 2017. A site visit for potential bidders is scheduled for 8th May at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, where bidders can better understand the existing storage operations. The total value of the contract is estimated at £37,000 and will commence on 1st June 2017, continuing until 31st May 2027.

This procurement process presents a lucrative opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in storage and retrieval services, particularly those with experience in healthcare or laboratory environments. Businesses capable of providing innovative and efficient off-site solutions will be well-positioned to compete, especially those that can demonstrate the ability to manage specimen volumes effectively. Engaging in this tender could significantly enhance a company's portfolio and establish vital relationships within the NHS framework.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cellular Pathology off-site specimen archive solution

Notice Description

The University Hospitals Birmingham NHS FT are seeking an off-site storage and retrieval solution for specimens from the Cellular Pathology department. Update: It has been decided that we will provide all potential bidders the opportunity to visit the current storage solution to gain a better understanding of current storage solution and volumes. This site visit will be held on 8th May. If any visitors could arrive at the Main Atrium of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham (address below) at 11am on Monday 8th May. If you could please confirm if you will be attending the site visit so that we can arrange appropriate transport to the location. Please note, due to the need to arrange travel between sites, we can only facilitate a maximum of 2 representatives from each bidding company. Address; Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham Mindelsohn way Egbaston Birmingham B15 2WB Please note that this visit is not mandatory. The closing date for this opportunity has been extended to May 12th to allow for additional time to submit proposals following the site visit.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-93e9fc3d-dbe4-467c-a1cd-6c8f222e48d1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c723acf-72ed-417a-8fc4-c54e1a5e3b1e
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

CPV Codes

63121000 - Storage and retrieval services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£37,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 May 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 May 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2017 - 31 May 2027 Over 5 years
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 BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Kirsty Walker
Contact Email
kirsty.walker@uhb.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1216978332

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B30 3HG
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
King's Norton North
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Northfield

Further Information

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