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title: "Send away service for Cellular Pathology"
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buyer: "NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST"
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# Send away service for Cellular Pathology

Buyer: NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cda0ee44-e650-4d77-9995-c376ce0b476c

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## Summary

The public procurement process for the "Send away service for Cellular Pathology" was conducted by the Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. This tender falls under the industry category of "Pathology services," classified with CPV code 85111800. The procurement aimed to contract services for histopathology reporting, requiring the dispatch of pre-prepared slides and blocks for analysis and reporting. The procurement process has advanced to the award stage, with the contract awarded on 31st May 2026. The procurement method used was a selective process, specifically a call-off from an existing framework agreement. The contract period begins on 22nd October 2025 and runs until 21st October 2027, covering various locations including the United Kingdom, Europe, and other regions, with a contract value amounting to £600,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in pathology services, particularly those with capabilities in cellular pathology or histopathology. Companies like SOURCE BIOSCIENCE UK LIMITED, which secured this contract, exemplify the type of SME that is well-suited for such tenders. While the procurement did not target SMEs or VCSEs specifically, companies with a keen interest and specialisation in pathology services could find growth opportunities through similar tenders or framework agreements. Partnering with a recognised NHS institution can amplify a business’s portfolio, offering long-term and geographically extensive engagement across various regions.

## Notice

Histopathology reporting, send away pre-prepared slides and blocks for reporting on. Additional information: HTE-010500

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/902bc132-9f5e-4213-a41a-10f98ee7ebac |
| 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 | 3 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 21 Oct 2025 - 21 Oct 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £600,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £600,000 |
| 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 | NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST |
| Locality | KETTERING |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN16 8UZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF25 North Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | North Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Northall |
| Westminster constituency | Kettering |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOURCE BIOSCIENCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85111800 - Pathology services

## Release History

- 3 Jun 2026 at 10:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/902bc132-9f5e-4213-a41a-10f98ee7ebac

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/902bc132-9f5e-4213-a41a-10f98ee7ebac
  3rd June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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