Tender

POCT Bloodgas tender

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS MORECAMBE BAY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Tender

22 Jul 2025 at 15:11

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University Hospitals Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to re-procure a managed service contract for Point of Care Testing (POCT) blood gas equipment. The procurement process, titled "POCT Bloodgas tender," falls under the industry category of Laboratory, Optical and Precision Equipment, with an additional classification involving blood-testing reagents. The services are to be delivered in England, United Kingdom. Currently in the tender stage, this process was published on 22nd July 2025, with a closing date for expressions of interest set for 22nd August 2025. The procurement follows a selective method as part of a call-off from a framework agreement, with contracts anticipated to commence on 1st October 2025 and conclude on 30th September 2030. The estimated contract value is GBP 800,000.

This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for firms specialising in healthcare equipment and services. The procurement process is especially suited to larger enterprises capable of delivering sustainable solutions over a five-year contract period, as it is not aimed at SMEs or VCSEs. Companies experienced in providing laboratory and medical testing equipment, especially those familiar with NHS procurement protocols, will stand in good stead to compete effectively. Engaging in such contracts can bolster a company's reputation and expand its operational footprint within the healthcare sector. Interested parties should ensure timely registration via the Atamis e-sourcing portal to participate.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

POCT Bloodgas tender

Notice Description

Re-procurement for Blood gas managed service contract for north cumbria Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c575af4f-cb21-46f1-8dc9-fd33b173f2a4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52440090-2591-4bd4-ad14-03a8f4b589a5
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender 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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

33696200 - Blood-testing reagents

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2030 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 MORECAMBE BAY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARLISLE
Postcode
CA2 7HY
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Further Information

Notice Documents

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