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Histopathology/Cellular Pathology equipment

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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07 May 2025 at 13:41

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust involves a service contract for multiple histopathology/cellular pathology equipment. This contract, identified as "Histopathology/Cellular Pathology equipment," falls under the category of goods and is located in Birmingham, UK. The procurement process has reached the award stage, where Epredia (Shandon Diagnostics LTD) has been selected as the supplier. This direct procurement method was conducted without competition due to its below-threshold value. The contract was signed on 1 February 2025, with the service period running from 24 February 2025 to 31 January 2026. The overall contract value is £30,478.42, with a net amount of £25,398.68.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses involved with pathology dissection instruments and supplies, especially for SMEs and VCSEs looking to expand within the healthcare sector. The procurement by a major NHS foundation trust signifies a reliable and reputable engagement, making it an attractive prospect for suppliers seeking to establish or strengthen their presence in the medical equipment industry. Companies specialising in innovative medical solutions or those able to meet specialised healthcare equipment needs will find this type of contract particularly suitable. As it involves a direct procurement method, striving for collaborations with public authorities like University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust can provide strategic growth potential for businesses.

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Notice Title

Histopathology/Cellular Pathology equipment

Notice Description

Serive contract for mulitple Histopathology/Cellular Pathology equipment

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050df0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019413-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33910000 - Pathology dissection instruments and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£25,398 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
24 Feb 2025 - 31 Jan 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Josh Roberts
Contact Email
bsolcategoryteams@uhb.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2WB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EPREDIA (SHANDON DIAGNOSTICS

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