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NNUHFT/FHNFT - Provision of Clinical Laboratory Services 2024/27

NORFOLK AND NORWICH UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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11 Sep 2024 at 08:15

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Summary of the contracting process

The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (NNUHFT), located in Norwich, UKH15, has entered the Award stage for the Provision of Clinical Laboratory Services for the years 2024-2027. The procurement process initiated as a tender and is now complete. The contract, classified under CPV 85145000 for services provided by medical laboratories, pertains to a sub-contract for blood reference testing services provided by Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust (FHNFT). The intended award was announced on 11th September 2024, with a standstill period ending on 23rd September 2024, ensuring time for representations by providers. This procurement follows the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Regulations 2023 rather than the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses involved in medical laboratory services, particularly those specialising in blood reference testing. The contract, valued at approximately £150,000 annually, underscores the demand for quality, innovation, and sustainability in service provision. Large organisations, experienced in seamless stakeholder collaboration and capable of maintaining uninterrupted service provision, would find this procurement particularly relevant. Additionally, businesses that balance cost-effectiveness with proven service quality, as demonstrated by strategic partnerships, are well-suited to compete in this domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NNUHFT/FHNFT - Provision of Clinical Laboratory Services 2024/27

Notice Description

Sub-contract for the provision of blood reference testing service that FHNFT provide to NNUH.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The amount and type of blood samples sent will vary depending on demands and availability. It is estimated at a value of PS50k a year specifically to FHNFT. Additional information: This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023). For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award. The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. Representations by providers must be made to laura.marshall@nnuh.nhs.uk by midnight on the 23rd September 2024. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice services as an intention to award under the PSR.

There were no declared conflicts or potential conflicts of interest of individuals making the decision to award this contract.

The decision to award this contract is due to its alignment with 1, 2, and 3 of the essential criteria: Quality and Innovation, reflecting the high standards and continuous improvement demonstrated consistently by our current supplier over recent years; Integration, collaboration, and service sustainability, demonstrated by the seamless integration, stakeholder collaboration, and uninterrupted service provision; and Value, which is maintained through a careful balance between cost-effectiveness and the proven quality of service nurtured through our strategic partnership with this supplier. This contract award promotes these criteria, emphasizing excellence, sustainability, and efficiency in its implementation.

As such, it was agreed the existing provider is satisfying the original contract and will likely satisfy the proposed contract to a sufficient standard.

Procurement Information

This is an intention to award notice under PSR DIrect Award Process C.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0499ca
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029027-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85145000 - Services provided by medical laboratories

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORFOLK AND NORWICH UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
laura.marshall@nnuh.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
TLH15 Norwich and East Norfolk
Local Authority
South Norfolk
Electoral Ward
Cringleford
Westminster Constituency
South Norfolk

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FRIMLEY HEALTH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

Further Information

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