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title: "Diagnostic Testing"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUST"
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# Diagnostic Testing

Buyer: UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bc6e4472-cd5b-462d-859d-5316fa0c765b

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## Summary

The contract for "Diagnostic Testing" has been awarded by the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust. This procurement focuses on the supply of diagnostic testing kits, classified under the CPV code 33141625. Located in Leicester, United Kingdom, the procurement follows a call-off from a framework agreement method under a selective procurement method. The procurement is in the award stage, with the contract award finalised on 14th July 2026. The contract period extends from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2029, with an award value of £4,798,391. This initiative is part of the NHS Supply Chain Framework for Laboratory Diagnostics, Point of Care Testing, and Pathology Managed Services.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities, particularly for businesses specialising in diagnostic kits. While it does not specifically cater to SMEs or VCSEs, companies with expertise in laboratory diagnostics and an established presence in the healthcare supply chain market may find this contract particularly advantageous. The awarded supplier, Cepheid UK Limited, exemplifies the type of business well-suited to fulfill such contracts, leveraging innovation and a strategic location in the UK. This procurement encourages competition among experienced distributors in the healthcare industry, potentially opening doors for companies to secure long-term engagements with major healthcare institutions.

## Notice

This contract is for the supply of diagnostic testing kits. The contract has been awarded through a Direct Award via 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/bb4a80e7-d4cf-43fb-8b25-7c9a6b6b4f18 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,798,391 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,798,391 |
| 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 | CEPHEID |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33141625 - Diagnostic kits

## Release History

- 20 Jul 2026 at 12:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb4a80e7-d4cf-43fb-8b25-7c9a6b6b4f18

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb4a80e7-d4cf-43fb-8b25-7c9a6b6b4f18
  20th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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