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Consultant Pathologist grade Microscopes

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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27 Jun 2025 at 12:01

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Consultant Pathologist grade Microscopes" was overseen by the University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust. This contract, under the industry category of goods, particularly focuses on microscopes necessary for clinical reporting of samples in Cellular Pathology. The procurement was conducted through a direct method, specifically without competition, and classified as below threshold. Located in Birmingham, UK, the process has reached the award stage with a contract already active from April 1, 2025, to April 30, 2025. The award was issued on June 27, 2025, valuing the contract at £60,000 net. The supplier selected for this contract is Evident Scientific.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for SMEs, particularly those involved in the manufacturing and supply of medical-grade microscopy equipment. Given the direct procurement method, businesses that have established relationships within the healthcare sector or can demonstrate high-quality standards in scientific goods are well-placed to compete for future opportunities that might arise from similar processes. The association with a major healthcare trust such as the University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust could provide a significant boost in credibility and market presence for successful suppliers. Businesses focusing on innovative technological solutions in clinical settings could leverage such engagements to further expand their offerings and client base.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Consultant Pathologist grade Microscopes

Notice Description

Consultant Pathologist grade Microscopes x 3. Required for Clinical reporting of samples in Cellular Pathology

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055518
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035766-2025
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

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38510000 - Microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£60,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 30 Apr 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Melisa CharlesAgwu
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

EVIDENT SCIENTIFIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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