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PAHT - PAT Testing

THE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL NHS TRUST

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28 May 2026 at 10:03

Summary of the contracting process

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust, based in Harlow, United Kingdom, has completed a procurement process for PAT Testing services under contract ID Q/Herts/1591. This tender falls under the industry category of technical inspection and testing services. It reached the award stage, with the contract awarded to JR PAT TESTING LIMITED. The procurement process was conducted using a limited method, classified as "Below threshold - limited competition." The contract, valued at £18,600 (gross), was signed on 6th May 2026 and is set to run from 11th May 2026 to 10th May 2027.

This tender presents opportunities for SMEs specialising in technical inspection and testing services to showcase their capabilities and gain valuable experience by serving a public authority within the healthcare sector. The contract's "Below threshold" classification suggests that smaller firms with niche expertise, particularly those with experience in public sector testing services, can be competitive in such procurements. Businesses focusing on ensuring compliance with health and safety standards will find this type of project conducive to their growth and credibility in the sector.

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Notice Title

PAHT - PAT Testing

Notice Description

The Princess Alexandra Hospitals NHS Trust has awarded a contract to the supplier JR Pat Testing for the provision of PAT Testing

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a748
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050160-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£15,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 May 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
10 May 2026 - 10 May 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

JR PAT TESTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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