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title: "Pathology Testing by NTW Solutions Limited (Tender Reference: CON193RX4)"
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# Pathology Testing by NTW Solutions Limited (Tender Reference: CON193RX4)

Buyer: NORTHUMBERLAND, TYNE & WEAR NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-141d4236-3035-492a-a897-233100fc273c

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## Summary

The Northumberland, Tyne & Wear NHS Foundation Trust is inviting tenders for the provision of a Pathology Testing Service across its operational sites, with the tender reference CON193RX4. This procurement falls under the healthcare services industry, specifically classified under CPV code 85111800 for pathology services. The open tender is currently active, with a submission deadline set for 11 February 2019. The contract term is designated for a three-year period starting on 1 July 2019, with potential extensions available for an additional two years. The total estimated value of the contract is £60,000.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the healthcare and pathology testing sector, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide reliable and prompt testing services. Companies equipped to meet the requirement of delivering test results within three working days and offering 24-hour service capabilities would be particularly well-suited to compete. Additionally, the need for electronic reporting functionalities indicates a market for innovative solutions within this procurement process.

## Notice

NTW Solutions Limited requires a supplier to provide a Pathology Testing Service for all its operational sites. The supplier shall support the organisations current and future forecast demands. The proposed contract shall be for 36 months / three (3) year period, with an extension option for 1+1 years. To ensure our primary objective of efficient and informed patient care, the Service Provider shall have the capability to provide a 24 hours service to test and report on pathology samples within 3 working days respectively upon receipt of samples. Electronic online portal reporting functionality of test results and management information reporting is required. Pathology Test Requirements * Amisulpride; * Aripiprazole; * Clozapine/Denzapine; * Olanzapine; * Quetiapine; * Risperidone; To express interest, please follow this link: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=d0950300-8715-e911-80f0-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76ddd137-6fbb-4498-b0c5-5054dd5a4105 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Jan 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Feb 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2019 - 30 Jun 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHUMBERLAND, TYNE & WEAR NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE3 3XT |
| 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 | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85111800 - Pathology services

## Release History

- 11 Jan 2019 at 10:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76ddd137-6fbb-4498-b0c5-5054dd5a4105
- 11 Jan 2019 at 10:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e614b9c-e3ae-47fa-a774-871ba2a99226

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76ddd137-6fbb-4498-b0c5-5054dd5a4105
  11th January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e614b9c-e3ae-47fa-a774-871ba2a99226
  11th January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=d0950300-8715-e911-80f0-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True

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