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RA355709 - Pathology Specimen Bags

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF DERBY AND BURTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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12 May 2026 at 09:06

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "RA355709 - Pathology Specimen Bags" was initiated by the University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust. The contract falls under the industry category of medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products. It is located in Derby, England, with delivery expectations across multiple regions, including the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man, and Europe. This process, finalised with the award stage, concluded on 12th May 2026. The contract, awarded to Midco Print & Packaging Ltd, commenced on 13th May 2026, intended for the supply of specimen bags over a 12-month period. An open procurement method was employed to ensure competitive tendering.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in medical supplies, particularly those with the capability to handle large-scale, international delivery logistics. Companies with established manufacturing or packaging operations, and SMEs interested in expanding into the healthcare sector would find this contract appealing. Success in such tenders can bolster a firm's portfolio, demonstrating its capability to serve large NHS Trusts, thus paving the way for future public sector opportunities.

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Notice Title

RA355709 - Pathology Specimen Bags

Notice Description

**DELIVERY TO BE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE** A contract is required for a period of 12 months, to supply Specimen Bags on a monthly basis - see attached specification of requirements. Quantity stated is per 1,000 (1 million required in total) It is expected that delivery will be free of charge to the Trust. If this is not the case, carriage charges must be stated NHS Terms & Conditions, in conjunction with the Trust Terms of Offer, apply. Copies attached for info If successful, please advise initial manufacturing/delivery lead time from award of contract and receipt of official purchase order Thank you - To access this competition: login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity RA355709. Not registered on MultiQuote - visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote RA355709 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/09bf9fed-ecaf-48ff-97d0-6c27f8f33555
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£11,790 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
12 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 May 20262 days ago
Contract Period
12 May 2026 - 14 May 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF DERBY AND BURTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE22 3NE
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Littleover
Westminster Constituency
Derby North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MIDCO PRINT & PACKAGING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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