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Provision of Second Trimester Quadruple Test

SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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19 May 2025 at 15:16

Summary of the contracting process

The Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is engaging in a procurement process for the "Provision of Second Trimester Quadruple Test" within the pathology services sector. This procurement falls under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR), specifically guided by the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, indicating a deviation from the usual Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The process is at the award stage, and although an intention to award notice has been published, the contract remains to be formally finalised. Interested parties had until midnight on 30 May 2025 to submit representations. The procurement method used is a limited procedure without prior publication, and the contract was intended to be awarded to an existing provider, OXFORD UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST, at a value of £19,800. The contract is planned to commence on 1 June 2025 and last until 31 May 2028, focusing on the UKK23 location.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses in the healthcare and medical services sectors, particularly those specialising in antenatal screening and pathology services. As the contract is over a three-year period, it offers a reliable revenue stream along with the prestige of partnering with a prominent public healthcare trust. Companies that can demonstrate high-quality service provision, innovation, value, and alignment with social values and healthcare integration will be well-placed to compete. The focus on existing providers suggests an advantageous position for those already familiar with NHS protocols and standards, making it ideal for established businesses seeking to expand their service offerings within the UK healthcare framework.

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Notice Title

Provision of Second Trimester Quadruple Test

Notice Description

Provision of Second Trimester Quadruple Test

Lot Information

Lot 1

The service is for the provision of the Quadruple test screening for Downs syndrome. It is part of the NHS Fetal Anomaly Screening Programme. Antenatal Screening Services are a sensitive service that can only be delivered by government approved trusts. Antenatal Screening is part of a national screening programme therefore can only be conducted in certain Laboratories in the country.

The Authority is intending to award the contract to an existing provider following the direct award process C.
The lifetime value of this contract is estimated to be PS19,800.
The contract dates are 1/6/25 to 31/5/28.

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 publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. Representations by providers must be made to the relevant authority by midnight on 30 May 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-05177c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022820-2025
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

85111800 - Pathology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£19,800 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 May 20259 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

OXFORD UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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