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Dermatology Histopathology Service

MID CHESHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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18 Mar 2026 at 15:12

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust involves the award of a contract for the Dermatology Histopathology Service, classified under health services. This contract aims to deliver a consultant-led histopathology service that assists in diagnosing dermatological conditions for patients in East Cheshire. It follows the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) as outlined in the Health Care Services Regulations 2023, with the intention to award notice published on 18th March 2026. Representations by providers must be submitted to the relevant authority by midnight on 30th March 2026. The contract, valued at £220,000, was signed by Uralensis Innov8 Limited, marking the commencement of the award stage of the procurement.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses specialised in health services, particularly those with expertise in dermatology histopathology. As the procurement method bypasses prior publication, it is indicative of a targeted selection to meet specific healthcare needs, offering niche providers the chance to leverage their unique capabilities. SMEs like Uralensis Innov8 Limited, based in Windermere, are well-suited to compete, especially if they can deliver remote services effectively and provide innovative solutions for patient diagnosis post-surgery. For organisations looking to expand into healthcare, this contract highlights a significant avenue for potential collaboration with public healthcare bodies.

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Notice Title

Dermatology Histopathology Service

Notice Description

To provide a histopathology service for MCHT dermatology patients.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The service will provide a consultant led histopathology service covering East Cheshire Dermatology Service, to support with the diagnosis of patients following minor op surgery by diagnosing benign or cancerous dermatological conditions.

Options: There shall be an option to extend the contract once for up to 6 months.

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 standstill period begins on the day after the publication of this notice. Representations by providers must be made to the relevant authority by midnight on the 30th March 2026. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR Direct Award C.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066de6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024726-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£220,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Mar 20262 weeks 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
MID CHESHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CREWE
Postcode
CW1 4TQ
Post Town
Crewe
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD62 Cheshire East
Delivery Location
TLD6 Cheshire

Local Authority
Cheshire East
Electoral Ward
Leighton
Westminster Constituency
Crewe and Nantwich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

URALENSIS INNOV8

Further Information

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