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Locum Pathologist Services

RHONDDA CYNON TAF CBC

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30 Mar 2026 at 15:27

Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process involves Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council, a sub-central government authority in Wales, UK. The tender, titled "Locum Pathologist Services," seeks the provision of locum pathologists to perform post-mortem examinations for HM Coroner. This tender is categorised within the medical industry, specifically focusing on pathology and medical specialist services. The contract was awarded without competition under a direct procurement method due to being below the threshold, embodying a 'light touch' regime. The contract period starts on 2nd February 2026 and spans until 31st December 2027, with a total contract value of £287,500 GBP, although it was signed on 17th December 2025.

This tender presents a significant business growth opportunity for companies specialised in medical services, particularly those knowledgeable in pathology. With a direct award to Pulse Healthcare Ltd, a large-scale supplier, other businesses can seek similar contractual engagements by offering niche expertise in locum pathologist services within the region. Leveraging local knowledge and maintaining strong compliance with Welsh devolved regulations can enhance competitiveness for similar future opportunities. The business environment in Wales, alongside direct procurement engagements, offers a strategic advantage for service providers aiming to expand within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Locum Pathologist Services

Notice Description

Provision of Locum Pathologists to carry out Post Mortem Examinations on behalf of HM Coroner

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06783a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029287-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without 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

85121200 - Medical specialist services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£239,583 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Dec 20253 months ago
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 31 Dec 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RHONDDA CYNON TAF CBC
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORTH
Postcode
CF39 9ST
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Porth
Westminster Constituency
Rhondda and Ogmore

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PULSE HEALTHCARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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