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title: "Panther Reagent Rental"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUST"
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# Panther Reagent Rental

Buyer: UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2694a4e1-0b42-4fe3-b768-cc1cce70858c

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## Summary

The "Panther Reagent Rental" contract, valued at £2,783,544, was awarded to Hologic UK Ltd by the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust. This procurement falls under the NHS Supply Chain Framework for Laboratory Diagnostics, specifically the Laboratory Reagents category. The contract encompasses the supply of Panther Reagents, equipment, and maintenance services, operating within the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is complete, with the award being finalised on 5th August 2025, and the contract period running from 1st July 2025 to 30th June 2028. The procurement process was conducted through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender opens avenues for businesses within the laboratory diagnostics and medical supplies industry, particularly those capable of meeting significant volume requirements and offering ongoing maintenance support. While the opportunity has already been secured by a large-scale supplier, companies looking to bolster their expertise and presence in similar frameworks might view this as a guidepost for service quality and contract value potential. Businesses aiming to collaborate with large public healthcare providers can draw insights into the procurement preferences and competitive landscape in the NHS Supply Chain's ecosystem.

## Notice

This contract is for the supply of Panther Reagents, Equipment and Maintenance. This contract has been awarded under the NHS Supply Chain (NHSSC) Framework, for Laboratory Diagnostics, Point of Care Testing and Pathology Managed Services.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4818e7c2-f29a-4013-b244-03afbd041d52 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,783,544 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,783,544 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUST |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE1 5WW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF21 Leicester |
| Local authority | Leicester |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Leicester South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HOLOGIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33696500 - Laboratory reagents

## Release History

- 18 Sep 2025 at 09:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4818e7c2-f29a-4013-b244-03afbd041d52

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4818e7c2-f29a-4013-b244-03afbd041d52
  18th September 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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