Tender

Microbiological Water Testing for St. Georges Renal Department

ST GEORGE'S UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Tender

27 Aug 2025 at 15:05

Summary of the contracting process

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is initiating a public procurement process for the provision of microbiological water testing services specifically for its Renal Department. This tender, managed by the South West London Procurement Partnership, seeks competitive quotations for the microbiological analysis that includes endotoxin testing and Total Viable Cell count. The industry category is technical testing services, located in London, with postal code SW17 0QT. The procurement is in the tender stage, published on 27th August 2025, with a tender closing deadline on 10th September 2025. The procurement method involves a limited competitive quotation, and services are expected to commence on 1st November 2025 through to 31st October 2027.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specializing in microbiological and bacteriological analysis services to expand their clientele and establish a presence in the healthcare sector. The contract's focus on technical testing falls within a niche market where businesses with expertise in water sample analysis and compliance with health standards can thrive. Companies meeting these criteria are encouraged to participate and can gain exposure and experience working with a reputable NHS Foundation Trust, providing potential for future collaborations in the industry.

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Notice Title

Microbiological Water Testing for St. Georges Renal Department

Notice Description

South West London Procurement Partnership on behalf of St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are seeking quotations for Microbiological analysis of water samples collected from the Renal department of St. Georges Hospital site. The analysis included endotoxin testing and Total Viable Cell (TVC) count following incubation at 37 degrees C for 72 hours. 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

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/425a32be-e4c7-44c7-b550-9cff9ae5987c
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

71632000 - Technical testing services

85111820 - Bacteriological analysis services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ST GEORGE'S 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
LONDON
Postcode
SW17 0QT
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI34 Wandsworth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wandsworth
Electoral Ward
Tooting Broadway
Westminster Constituency
Tooting

Further Information

Notice Documents

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