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Waiver - BWC_RQ3 - LaCAR MDx Technologies - Reagents

BIRMINGHAM WOMEN'S AND CHILDREN'S NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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04 Jun 2026 at 09:32

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust involves the supply of reagents essential for cancer services. This contract, titled "Waiver - BWC_RQ3 - LaCAR MDx Technologies - Reagents," is categorised under the goods industry, specifically reagents and contrast media. The procurement was conducted using a direct method below the threshold, without open competition. Located in Birmingham, this tender falls under central government procurement directives as per the UKPGA 2023/54. Key dates include the contract's active period from 1st July 2026 to 1st December 2026, with the award having been signed on 28th April 2026. The tender involves collaboration with the University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, and the supplier is LaCAR MDx Technologies, headquartered in Liège, Belgium.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses in the healthcare supply industry, particularly those specialising in medical and biochemical reagents. Given the direct procurement approach and its completion status, suppliers who can offer similar goods efficiently and cost-effectively in future opportunities may benefit significantly. Large enterprises like LaCAR MDx Technologies exemplify the type of business well-suited for such contracts, due to their capability to meet specific medical requirements and maintain high-quality standards. Businesses looking to expand in the NHS supply chain, especially those experienced in navigating health service procurement, may find similar tenders advantageous for strategic expansion.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Waiver - BWC_RQ3 - LaCAR MDx Technologies - Reagents

Notice Description

This service relates to the supply of Reagents required for Cancer Service by LaCAR MDx Technologies

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ad24
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052645-2026
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

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33696000 - Reagents and contrast media

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£70,693 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 1 Dec 2026 1-6 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
BIRMINGHAM WOMEN'S AND CHILDREN'S NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Additional Buyers

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6NH
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LACAR MDX TECHNOLOGIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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