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UCLH-7273/26 - Pathology cons

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON HOSPITALS NHS FT

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20 Jan 2026 at 10:04

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by University College London Hospitals NHS FT for "UCLH-7273/26 - Pathology consumables" has reached the award stage. The process falls under the goods category, specifically targeting pathology dissection instruments and supplies. Located in London, UK, this process was conducted via a limited procurement method below the threshold, indicating limited competition. The contract was signed on 31 December 2025 and became active on 1 January 2026 with an end date of 31 December 2026. The total contract value amounts to £17,660.98, exclusive of VAT. The primary supplier for this contract is Biochrom, a large-scale organisation based in Cambridge, UK.

This tender provides significant business growth opportunities, particularly for suppliers specialising in pathology and laboratory equipment. As a public sector contract awarded to a large entity with specific expertise, it highlights a demand for high-quality, precision instruments that meet central government standards. Any business capable of supplying or manufacturing similar goods may benefit by positioning themselves for similar future contracts. Engaging in such procurement endeavours can foster long-term relationships with prominent institutions like the NHS, thereby enhancing a supplier's market reach and credibility in the healthcare industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UCLH-7273/26 - Pathology cons

Notice Description

RFQ out to market via MultiQuote reference RA354469

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060984
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004637-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£17,660 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Dec 20251 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 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
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON HOSPITALS NHS FT
Contact Name
Aaron Vekeria
Contact Email
aaron.vekeria@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW1 2PG
Post Town
North West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Regent's Park
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BIOCHROM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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