Purchase of Oncotype DX Tests

GATESHEAD HEALTH N H S FOUNDATION TRUST

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process overseen by Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust involves the purchase of Oncotype DX tests, with the contracting authority located in Gateshead, UK. The procurement falls under the clinical products category (CPV: 33698000) and is conducted through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement was awarded on 1 April 2025, with a contract value of £391,500 excluding VAT, covering a period from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2027. This award was made to Exact Sciences, in a process that targets small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), providing them with the opportunity despite the non-involvement of voluntary community, and social enterprises (VCSEs).

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for SMEs specializing in clinical products, especially those with an interest in diagnostics and pathology services. Businesses equipped with capabilities in laboratory diagnostics and point-of-care testing will find significant potential in further engaging with similar public health contracts. The location of the work in Gateshead also makes it strategically advantageous for local suppliers in England looking to expand their footprint, particularly those involved in healthcare goods and services. Participation in such framework agreements can position companies for repeated engagement with NHS trusts, fostering long-term business relationships.

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Purchase of Oncotype DX Tests

GATESHEAD HEALTH N H S FOUNDATION TRUST

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

27th May 2025 09:08:38 AM
Contract Summary

Purchase of 290 Oncotype DX tests (145 per annum) Awarded to Exact Science via NHSSC - Laboratory Diagnostics, Point of Care Testing and Pathology Managed Service 2023/S 000-028831 Total cost = £391,500.00 Exc. VAT (£155,250.00 exc VAT per annum) Period - 01/04/2025 - 31/03/2027
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-cf3f8500-f727-4c35-89a0-4267ce55a4a2

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Award

Procurement Method

Selective

Procurement Method Details

Call-off From A Framework Agreement

Procurement Category

Goods

Tender Suitability

SME

Framework / DPS

Framework
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

33698000

CPV Division(s)

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
Awarding Authority

GATESHEAD HEALTH N H S FOUNDATION TRUST

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

megan.nixon2@nhs.net

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Avenue, Sheriff Hill

Gateshead

NE96SX

England
Awarded Supplier(s)

Supplier Name(s)

EXACT SCIENCES

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Purchase of Oncotype DX Tests

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