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Histology sample processing

NORFOLK AND NORWICH UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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05 Feb 2025 at 09:36

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Summary of the contracting process

The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has completed a procurement process for histology sample processing services to support the additional dermatology backlog activity. The contract, valued at £120,000, falls under the pathology services industry category (CPV 85111800). The procurement method used was specified as 'Other -'. This contract covers the period from 25 January 2025 to 31 March 2025. The project will be carried out in the East of England, with the primary location being Norwich (postcode NR4 7UY). The contract was awarded to Cellular Pathology Services Limited on 24 January 2025.

This tender offers significant opportunities for companies specialising in pathology and histology sample processing. It provides a platform for businesses looking to establish or expand their presence in the healthcare sector by supporting NHS projects. While this specific contract does not prioritise SMEs or VCSEs, larger pathology service providers with the necessary capabilities are well-suited to compete for similar future contracts. Engaging in such contracts can enhance business portfolios, potentially leading to further opportunities within the NHS and other healthcare providers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Histology sample processing

Notice Description

Short term outsourced wet sample processing to support additional dermatology backlog activity

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cb6be594-ff69-48cc-bd87-0610380c3634
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/057924da-5298-4b39-887a-363540680047
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award 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

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85111800 - Pathology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
25 Jan 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORFOLK AND NORWICH UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR4 7UY
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH53 Breckland and South Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Norfolk
Electoral Ward
Cringleford
Westminster Constituency
South Norfolk

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CELLULAR PATHOLOGY SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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