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PAHT - Q-pulse Pathology Quality Management System

THE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL NHS TRUST

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13 May 2026 at 09:06

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Summary of the contracting process

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust has completed the procurement process for a Q-pulse Pathology Quality Management System, with the contract awarded to Ideagen Limited. The procurement falls under the "goods" industry category, specifically within the IT software package field, and is based at Harlow, United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted through a direct method below the threshold without competition. The contract was signed on 29th January 2026, and it was active from 30th January to 1st March 2026, with a total gross value of £21,699.54.

This procurement presents opportunities for large businesses that specialise in IT software to showcase their capabilities in supporting healthcare quality management systems. Companies that can provide innovative, high-quality software solutions for pathology departments may find such contracts beneficial for expanding their footprint in the healthcare sector. Furthermore, understanding the specific needs of NHS Trusts can allow businesses to tailor their offerings effectively, potentially leading to more invitations for direct procurement opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PAHT - Q-pulse Pathology Quality Management System

Notice Description

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust award for Q-pulse pathology quality Management System.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069749
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043749-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48517000 - IT software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£18,082 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jan 20263 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jan 2026 - 1 Mar 2026 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
THE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HARLOW
Postcode
CM20 1QX
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH35 West Essex
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Harlow
Electoral Ward
Little Parndon & Town Centre
Westminster Constituency
Harlow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IDEAGEN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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