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title: "CA17190 - UHDB/134/T - Water Testing Services"
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# CA17190 - UHDB/134/T - Water Testing Services

Buyer: UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF DERBY AND BURTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b09f5086-986e-4950-9283-43aab5518e7b

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## Summary

The procurement process for "CA17190 - UHDB/134/T - Water Testing Services" has been concluded with an award to Mercian Science. Commissioned by the University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust, this contract is designed for bacteriological analysis services within the healthcare sector, specifically targeting the Royal Derby Hospital. Located in Derby, England, this opportunity falls under the services industry category and utilised an open procurement method. The contracting process has progressed to the award stage with key dates including the tender period ending on 28th February 2026 and the contract commencing on 1st March 2026, extending through to 29th February 2028. The amount awarded for this contract is £40,786.70.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as the contract process favours these types of organisations. Given its focus on bacteriological analysis services, businesses with expertise in water testing and analysis within healthcare settings are well-positioned to compete. With locations indicated across varied regions, including British Overseas Territories and Europe, businesses with a broad geographic reach and relevant specialisation in healthcare-related analysis services should consider pursuing involvement in similar future opportunities.

## Notice

Water Testing Services for Royal Derby Hospital To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17190. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17190 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55710d21-10d4-4748-9444-4de745e6faa3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2026 - 29 Feb 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £40,786 |
| 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 DERBY AND BURTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | DERBY |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE22 3NE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby |
| Local authority | Derby |
| Electoral ward | Littleover |
| Westminster constituency | Derby North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MERCIAN SCIENCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85111820 - Bacteriological analysis services

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2026 at 14:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55710d21-10d4-4748-9444-4de745e6faa3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55710d21-10d4-4748-9444-4de745e6faa3
  31st March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://suppliers.multiquote.com

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