Summary of the contracting process

QE Facilities is soliciting tenders for "Bespoke Pathology Forms, Labels & Specimen Bags" under the tender process with an open procedure. This procurement, centred on pathology services, involves the supply of tailored pathology forms, labels, and bags. The total contract value is £220,000, encompassing three separate lots: Bespoke Pathology Labels (£96,200), Bespoke Pathology Forms (£45,408), and Bespoke Pathology Bags (£78,000). Located in the UKC2 region, the tender period concludes on 31st October 2024, with the award period beginning on 1st November 2024. The successful supplier will be required to maintain stock at their premises and accommodate ad-hoc orders as stipulated by the Authority.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in pathology-related services, particularly those experienced in producing bespoke forms, labels, and specimen bags. Suitable candidates are those with competitive pricing, a reliable supply chain, and the ability to manage both frequent and urgent demands. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with a robust product portfolio in medical supplies could find this contract highly beneficial for growth, leveraging their expertise in a specialised field to secure a long-term contract with potential annual renewals.

Tender

Bespoke Pathology Forms, Labels & Specimen Bags

QE FACILITIES

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

1st October 2024 14:40:45 PM

Tender Deadline

31st October 2024 00:00:00 AM 27 days remaining
Contract Summary

QE Facilities (the Authority) is seeking to appoint a supplier with the appropriate product range, experience and competitive pricing to supply Bespoke Pathology Forms, Labels & Specimen Bags. The successful Contractor will be required to operate a service where frequently used Bespoke Pathology Forms, Labels & Specimen Bags will be produced and stocked at the Contractors premises for call off by the Authority. The successful Contractor may also be required to produce Bespoke Pathology Forms, Labels & Specimen Bags on an ad hoc basis, often at short notice, to the specification provided by the Authority. The contract will be divided into three separate lots. Tenders for each lot will be assessed individually according to the evaluation criteria specified section 1.3. Bidders may submit tenders for any or all of the three lots.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-04a4b9

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

85111800

CPV Division(s)

85 - Health and social work services
Awarding Authority

QE FACILITIES

Buyer Name

Megan Nixon

Buyer Email

megan.nixon2@nhs.net

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Gateshead

NE9 6SX

United Kingdom

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Bespoke Pathology Forms, Labels & Specimen Bags

QE FACILITIES

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Contract Details

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Awarding Authority