Send away service for Cellular Pathology

NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST

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03 Jun 2026 at 10:26

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Send away service for Cellular Pathology" was conducted by the Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. This tender falls under the industry category of "Pathology services," classified with CPV code 85111800. The procurement aimed to contract services for histopathology reporting, requiring the dispatch of pre-prepared slides and blocks for analysis and reporting. The procurement process has advanced to the award stage, with the contract awarded on 31st May 2026. The procurement method used was a selective process, specifically a call-off from an existing framework agreement. The contract period begins on 22nd October 2025 and runs until 21st October 2027, covering various locations including the United Kingdom, Europe, and other regions, with a contract value amounting to £600,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in pathology services, particularly those with capabilities in cellular pathology or histopathology. Companies like SOURCE BIOSCIENCE UK LIMITED, which secured this contract, exemplify the type of SME that is well-suited for such tenders. While the procurement did not target SMEs or VCSEs specifically, companies with a keen interest and specialisation in pathology services could find growth opportunities through similar tenders or framework agreements. Partnering with a recognised NHS institution can amplify a business’s portfolio, offering long-term and geographically extensive engagement across various regions.

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Notice Title

Send away service for Cellular Pathology

Notice Description

Histopathology reporting, send away pre-prepared slides and blocks for reporting on. Additional information: HTE-010500

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cda0ee44-e650-4d77-9995-c376ce0b476c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/902bc132-9f5e-4213-a41a-10f98ee7ebac
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85111800 - Pathology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
21 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 May 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
21 Oct 2025 - 21 Oct 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KETTERING
Postcode
NN16 8UZ
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Northall
Westminster Constituency
Kettering

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOURCE BIOSCIENCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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