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PAHT - Phlebotomy Suite Relocation Consultancy

PRINCESS ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL NHS TRUST

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21 Oct 2025 at 10:04

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process conducted by the Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust involved the relocation consultancy for the Phlebotomy Suite, classified under the construction consultancy services (CPV 71530000). The project is located in the United Kingdom with postal code CM20 1QX and concerns the architectural, principal designer, and structural engineering services at RIBA stage 3. The tender was awarded on 20th October 2025 to Castons Consulting Limited with an award value of £35,000. The procurement was executed via a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period spans from 21st October 2025 to 31st March 2026, after the tender period closed on 17th October 2025.

This tender creates opportunities for businesses specialising in construction consultancy, particularly those with experience in architectural and structural engineering services in healthcare facilities. While the awarded contract did not specifically target SMEs or VCSEs, smaller firms with robust expertise in similar consultancy projects could have been competitive contenders. Securing a contract from significant NHS Trust projects like this can help companies bolster their portfolio, enhance their credibility, and gain further opportunities within the essential healthcare sector. Castons Consulting Limited, a supplier with SME status, successfully secured the contract, demonstrating that firms of varying sizes have the potential to compete effectively if they meet the required qualifications and service needs.

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Notice Title

PAHT - Phlebotomy Suite Relocation Consultancy

Notice Description

Phlebotomy Suite Relocation Consultancy (architectural, principal designer & structural engineering services - RIBA stage 3) Additional information: SBS10190

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d85a2a51-406e-4512-8cb7-93c39ecdeb19
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d243653f-3137-4f24-822a-42cbadcb0edd
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71530000 - Construction consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£37,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
20 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PRINCESS ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WELWYN GARDEN CITY
Postcode
AL8 6NS
Post Town
St Albans
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Welwyn Hatfield
Electoral Ward
Handside
Westminster Constituency
Welwyn Hatfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CASTONS CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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