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title: "Bespoke Pathology Labels and Specimen Transport Bags"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2df8256e-0abf-4261-bd7f-3856ed899cf5"
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# Bespoke Pathology Labels and Specimen Transport Bags

Buyer: QE FACILITIES LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2df8256e-0abf-4261-bd7f-3856ed899cf5

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## Summary

The tender opportunity titled "Bespoke Pathology Labels and Specimen Transport Bags" has been issued by QE Facilities Limited, a contracting authority based in Gateshead, England. This procurement is classified under the goods category and includes an estimated value of £60,000, with a procurement method defined as a single tender action below threshold. The tender submission period will close on 31st August 2018, and the resultant contract is expected to commence on 1st October 2018, lasting until 30th September 2020.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the printing and packaging industry, particularly those specialising in custom labels and transport solutions for medical specimens. Businesses capable of providing tailored and compliant products for the healthcare sector will find this tender especially relevant, allowing them to expand their market presence and foster relationships within the public health supply chain.

## Notice

You are invited to submit your offer to QE Facilities for the supply of Bespoke Pathology Labels and Specimen Transport Bags. All communications with the Organisation, including the submission of ITQ shall be conducted via the NHS sourcing portal: www.nhssourcing.co.uk All communications including queries from bidders and amendments of this procurement exercise shall be submitted through and published via the online messaging facility provided on the NHS Sourcing portal (see "Messages" section). The onus is on the bidder to read and keep up to date with all the information published on the NHS Sourcing portal in relation to this requirement. Once you have completed your response, please click on 'Submit Response' in the centre of the screen. This will submit your response to QE Facilities. Please note this is a sealed exercise and as such the Organisation cannot view any sensitive information until after the cloing date.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/307fe20b-4016-4c09-9b80-1d839329971c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Aug 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Aug 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2018 - 30 Sep 2020 |
| 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 | QE FACILITIES LIMITED |
| Locality | GATESHEAD |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE9 6SX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Gateshead |
| Electoral ward | High Fell |
| Westminster constituency | Gateshead Central and Whickham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22000000 - Printed matter and related products

## Release History

- 16 Aug 2018 at 12:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/307fe20b-4016-4c09-9b80-1d839329971c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/307fe20b-4016-4c09-9b80-1d839329971c
  16th August 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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