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Provision of full diagnostic histopathology service

SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Summary of the contracting process

The Somerset NHS Foundation Trust has formally awarded a contract for the provision of full diagnostic histopathology services, including Her2 Testing, Placenta (wet to report), and SP142/22C3, to support its Cancer Pathways. This contract falls under the service industry category of pathology services and is governed by the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. The procurement process did not require a prior call for competition, as it was a direct award. Situated in Taunton, UK, the contract was awarded on 1 May 2025, with services to be delivered from 1 May 2025 to 30 April 2026. The contract's value is £102,047.00, reflecting a commitment to maintaining service quality through innovative and integrated healthcare solutions.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in healthcare services and diagnostics, particularly those with capabilities in histopathology. Companies like service providers with experience in pathology services and innovation-driven entities could significantly benefit from engaging in such contracts. The procurement processes prioritised quality and innovation, offering an advantageous platform for businesses focusing on cutting-edge medical technologies and solutions that enhance service integration and sustainability. Existing suppliers with a track record of satisfying initial contracts were favoured, providing significant growth opportunities for businesses ready to deliver high standards in healthcare service provisions.

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Notice Title

Provision of full diagnostic histopathology service

Notice Description

Provision of full diagnostic histopathology service including Her2 Testing, Placenta (wet to report) and SP142/22C3 to support the Trusts Cancer Pathways.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This is a direct award to the incumbent supplier, Poundbury Cancer Institute, under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) using Process C. This is an existing service.

The contract is for the provision of a diagnostic histopathology service.

The contract term is for one year, from 01/05/2025 to 30/04/2026.

The estimated value is PS102,047.00.

Procurement 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 standstill period begins on the day after the publication of this notice. Representations by providers must be made to the relevant authority by 30 April 2025. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050461
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020044-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender 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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85111800 - Pathology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£102,047 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Hollie Caddy
Contact Email
servicesteam.procurement@somersetft.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 5DA
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK23 Somerset CC

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

POUNDBURY CANCER CENTRE

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