--- title: "Pathology Service Joint Venture" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-78af58ad-7630-4c7c-bb44-914ba1fb157b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-78af58ad-7630-4c7c-bb44-914ba1fb157b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-78af58ad-7630-4c7c-bb44-914ba1fb157b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-78af58ad-7630-4c7c-bb44-914ba1fb157b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE CHRISTIE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST" published: "2023-10-26" --- # Pathology Service Joint Venture Buyer: THE CHRISTIE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-78af58ad-7630-4c7c-bb44-914ba1fb157b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-78af58ad-7630-4c7c-bb44-914ba1fb157b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-78af58ad-7630-4c7c-bb44-914ba1fb157b.json) ## Summary The procurement process for the Pathology Service Joint Venture involves The Christie NHS Foundation Trust seeking a commercial partner to deliver a high-quality pathology service for a cancer centre. The Trust expects the initial term of the Joint Venture to be fifteen years, with an option to extend. The value of the contract is £240 million. The procurement method is selective, using a Competitive dialogue. The tender deadline is 27th November 2023, with the contract period starting on 1st June 2025 and ending on 31st May 2040. This tender by The Christie NHS Foundation Trust presents an opportunity for businesses to engage in a long-term partnership for delivering pathology services. Companies specializing in healthcare services, cancer care, infrastructure development, and medical research are well-suited to compete. The Trust is looking for partners committed to providing exceptional service, investing in high-quality infrastructure, and contributing to innovative healthcare solutions. Interested businesses can participate by registering on the Atamis e-sourcing portal. ## Notice The Trust has worked with a commercial partner in a joint venture (JV) arrangement to deliver a comprehensive pathology service for the last 10 years. Building on this knowledge and experience, the Trust is looking for a new partner that matches its ambitions. The initial term of the pathology service JV is expected to be for a period of fifteen (15) years with an option to extend by up to five (5) years. The Trust is looking for a partner that will; * Provide an exceptional, high-quality service that meets the specialist needs of a comprehensive cancer centre; * Provide investment for the provision of world class infrastructure; * Embrace the exciting opportunities presented with the co-location of a world leading oncology research centre; and * Provide expert guidance along with the creativity and drive to deliver a modern, thriving, truly exceptional pathology service for patients Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae016aaa-403d-40d5-9d9b-8927d436e77e | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive dialogue (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 26 Oct 2023 | | Submission deadline | 27 Nov 2023 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 May 2025 - 31 May 2040 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £240,000,000 | | 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 | THE CHRISTIE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M20 4BX | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Withington | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Withington | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85111800 - Pathology services ## Release History - 26 Oct 2023 at 19:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae016aaa-403d-40d5-9d9b-8927d436e77e - 26 Oct 2023 at 19:46 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/909c6143-9142-4ae3-a35e-c1893d6e415b ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae016aaa-403d-40d5-9d9b-8927d436e77e 26th October 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/909c6143-9142-4ae3-a35e-c1893d6e415b 26th October 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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