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BTH25-016 Microbiological Media

BRADFORD TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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18 Dec 2025 at 14:15

Tender

17 Feb 2025 at 11:31

Summary of the contracting process

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has awarded a contract for the supply of microbiological media products to Southern Group Laboratory Limited. The contract, valued at £340,000, is classified within the "goods" category under the CPV code for Microbiological cultures. The procurement process followed an open procedure and the contract covers a period from 1st January 2026 to 31st December 2027, with an option to extend for an additional two years. The microbiological media will be delivered across four operational sites within the UKE region, supporting clinical functions within the Trust's pharmacy services. This award was announced on 18th December 2025, marking the completion of the procurement process, which began with a tender invitation on 17th February 2025.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses involved in the production or distribution of microbiological media products, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) such as Southern Group Laboratory Limited, which succeeded in securing the contract. The tender process was highly competitive with six bids submitted, highlighting the robust demand for innovative solutions in the healthcare sector. Companies that can deliver high-quality products with added social value, while offering competitive commercial terms, would be well-positioned to participate in similar future procurement opportunities. The structured contract with clear delivery schedules offers consistent business and growth potential for suppliers capable of meeting the specific needs of healthcare institutions.

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Notice Title

BTH25-016 Microbiological Media

Notice Description

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (BTHFT) has awarded the contract for the delivery of microbiological media products to Southern Group Laboratory Limited. This contract will last between the dates of 01/01/2026 to 31/12/2027 with the option to extend for an additional 2 years.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Pharmacy service at Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (BTHFT) requires the deliver of microbiological media products across five operational sites to support essential clinical functions.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04e28c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084440-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33698100 - Microbiological cultures

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£340,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£340,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£340,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRADFORD TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Eleanor Odriscoll
Contact Email
eleanor.odriscoll@bthft.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1274274951

Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD9 6RJ
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLE41 Bradford

Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
Toller
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOUTHERN GROUP LABORATORY

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