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05 Jun 2026 at 10:35

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust, involves a contract titled "Pathology Referred Tests" focused on services provided by medical laboratories. This process is situated in the UK, under the authority's classification as a regional or local authority within the health sector. The award stage of this procurement, completed on 1st April 2026, follows a limited procurement method without prior publication. The contract, valued at approximately £1,358,000, spans from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027 and has been awarded to Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust due to its status as the sole capable provider.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in medical laboratory services, particularly large-scale organisations capable of delivering pathology services effectively. The use of a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) within this procurement highlights a preference for established, highly competent service providers, indicating opportunities for entities that demonstrate specialised expertise and capacity in healthcare services. Although the procurement method was limited to Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, it underscores the potential for similar organisations to engage in future tenders, especially those with a focus on innovative healthcare solutions and efficient service delivery within the UK health sector.

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Notice Title

Pathology Referred Tests

Notice Description

Pathology referred tests

Lot Information

Lot 1

Description of Services: The contract is for Patholgy referred tests Contract Award Statement: This is a provider Selection Regime (PSR) confirmation of contract award notice, following direct award process A. Contract Value: The approximate lifetime value of the contract is PS1,358,000.00 Services to be provided between 01.04.26 - 31.03.27

Procurement Information

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) confirmation of contract 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 Procurement Act 2023 do not apply to this award. Details of the Award Decision-Makers: Tracey Chrystal, Pathology Manager. Conflicts of Interest: There were no conflicts of interest identified among the decision makers. Rationale: A contract has been awarded to Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust under Direct Award Process A of the Provider Selection Regime. The existing provider is the only capable provider of the service.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ae84
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053247-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85145000 - Services provided by medical laboratories

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,358,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20262 months 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
GATESHEAD HEALTH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GATESHEAD
Postcode
NE9 6SX
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Gateshead
Electoral Ward
High Fell
Westminster Constituency
Gateshead Central and Whickham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

Further Information

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