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P0293 - Histopathology Managed Service

Hywel Dda University Health Board

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22 May 2026 at 12:48

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08 Jul 2025 at 18:36

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18 Jun 2025 at 14:47

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16 Jun 2025 at 14:23

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Summary of the contracting process

Hywel Dda University Health Board recently completed its procurement process for the "Histopathology Managed Service" at Glangwili General Hospital, located in Carmarthen, United Kingdom (region UKL14). This tender falls under the services category, specifically pathology services, managed through a direct award due to an unforeseen need for an equipment refresh. The procurement was managed by the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, with the contract awarded to LEICA MICROSYSTEMS (UK) LIMITED. The contract, valued at £150,459.55, covers rental, service charges, and associated training for the operation of equipment essential for disease diagnosis. The contract's active period began on 1st July 2025 and concluded on 30th November 2025, having been signed on 30th June 2025.

This tender offers excellent business growth opportunities, particularly for large companies specialising in medical equipment and pathology services. With the direct award process applied, suppliers with expertise and established relationships in the health services sector, especially those experienced with managed service contracts in pathology, stand a good chance of maintaining or establishing new partnerships. The procurement highlights the demand for reliable suppliers capable of handling both operational and equipment provision services in healthcare settings, creating a stable environment for organisations looking to expand their footprint in the healthcare industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

P0293 - Histopathology Managed Service

Notice Description

Hywel Dda University Health Board (HDUHB) have extended their contract for a cellular pathology managed service (MSC) within Glangwili General Hospital (GGH). The MSC includes rental and service charges for all their associated equipment, consumables, middleware, and training. The MSC facilitates the diagnosis and study of diseases by examining tissue samples/biopsies under a microscope to identify abnormalities. The MSC is essential in facilitating the maintenance of equipment and service levels to meet service delivery needs.

Procurement Information

The Health Board required an unforeseen equipment refresh and a change of supplier would have caused significant disruption and increased costs.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-054956
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047812-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
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
£150,460 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£150,459 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jun 20251 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jul 2025 - 30 Nov 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Hywel Dda University Health Board
Additional Buyers

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust)

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARMARTHEN
Postcode
SA31 3BT
Postcode Area
Swansea
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL42 South West Wales
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Carmarthenshire
Electoral Ward
Carmarthen Town North and South
Westminster Constituency
Caerfyrddin

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LEICA MICROSYSTEMS (UK) LIMITED

Further Information

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