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title: "Microbiological Testing for Water Quality Service"
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# Microbiological Testing for Water Quality Service

Buyer: THE NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0578d68c-4b7c-4867-bf61-2bce32142e4b

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## Summary

The Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has completed a procurement process titled "Microbiological Testing for Water Quality Service" in the Technical Testing, Analysis and Consultancy Services industry category. The process, using an open procedure, was awarded to Northumbrian Water Limited, covering the period from 1st August 2024 to 31st July 2025. The contract, valued at £403,582.85, entails performing a range of water sample analyses to detect waterborne organisms. The procurement process concluded with the award published on 29th August 2024, following the tender end date on 21st February 2024. The services are to be delivered primarily within the United Kingdom, specifically in the NE3 3HD locality of Newcastle upon Tyne.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in water quality testing and microbiological analysis. SMEs are encouraged to participate in similar procurement opportunities, given the inclusivity of the procurement process. Organisations equipped with technical expertise in water testing will find this contract beneficial for expanding their service portfolio and establishing a foothold with NHS Trusts. The open procedure and substantial contract value underscore the importance and potential profitability of high-quality, reliable service provision in this sector.

## Notice

Microbiological Testing Service Provider to carry out a range of water sample analysis for the presence of waterborne organisms.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d19157f-dcdf-409f-95cd-13f52a736787 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Feb 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £403,582 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £403,582 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE3 3HD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Fawdon & West Gosforth |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NORTHUMBRIAN WATER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

## Release History

- 29 Aug 2024 at 14:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d19157f-dcdf-409f-95cd-13f52a736787

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d19157f-dcdf-409f-95cd-13f52a736787
  29th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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