Provision of genomic profiling testing of solid tumours and liquid CDX (Foundation One)

VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST

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16 Jun 2026 at 14:50

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16 Jun 2026 at 14:02

Summary of the contracting process

The Velindre University NHS Trust, a public authority operating under Welsh devolved regulations, has completed a procurement process for a contract involving the provision of genomic profiling testing of solid tumours and liquid CDX, using the Foundation One process. The procurement was completed through a direct award to Roche Diagnostics Limited, a large-scale supplier based in the United Kingdom. This contract spans from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2028, with an optional extension of up to 12 months, culminating in a potential total contract value of £121,500. The contract is strategically aligned with the organisation’s need to leverage exclusive testing technologies, as the intellectual property for the Foundation One test resides solely with Roche Diagnostics Limited.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in healthcare diagnostics and those capable of offering unique intellectual property in testing services. Engagements like these allow businesses to align themselves with healthcare trusts such as the Velindre University NHS Trust, providing long-term stability and growth potential. Companies that focus on advanced diagnostic tools and innovative healthcare services are particularly well-suited to engage in such contracts, considering the demand for proprietary and cutting-edge medical testing processes in the healthcare industry.

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Notice Title

Provision of genomic profiling testing of solid tumours and liquid CDX (Foundation One)

Notice Description

This contract award notice is being issued to advise the marketplace that Velindre University NHS Trust have awarded a two-year contract, with the option to extend for up to a further 12 months, to Roche Diagnostics Limited to undertake genomic profiling testing of solid tumours and liquid CDX using the Foundation One testing process. The total contract value, including the optional extension period, is PS121,500.00

Procurement Information

The Foundation One genomic profiling test has been developed by Roche Diagnostics Limited therefore, the IP and exclusive rights sits with this supplier.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b61c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056767-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85140000 - Miscellaneous health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£121,500 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF15 7QZ
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
Taff's Well
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

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