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title: "Leica Biosystems - Cellular Pathology - MSC"
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# Leica Biosystems - Cellular Pathology - MSC

Buyer: NORFOLK AND NORWICH UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f1ba7398-14b1-4940-91f2-55785d9e7144

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## Summary

The procurement process overseen by the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust for the project titled "Leica Biosystems - Cellular Pathology - MSC" has reached the award stage. This contract involves pathology services and falls under the industry category of pathology services, located in the East of England, United Kingdom. The contracting process used a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender process concluded on 17th April 2025, and the contract period spans from 1st June 2025 to 31st May 2032. The contract, valued at £8,970,168.32, has been awarded to LEICA MICROSYSTEMS (UK) LIMITED.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in cellular pathology, particularly those with capabilities in immunohistochemistry, molecular diagnostics, and histology tissue processing. Although it was suitable for larger organisations rather than SMEs or VCSEs, businesses within the pathology and medical equipment sectors would have found themselves well-positioned to compete, given the specific requirements of pathology services such as tissue staining, scanning, and the provision of specialised machinery. The procurement process's selective nature ensures that only highly capable and experienced suppliers, like LEICA MICROSYSTEMS, are considered, underscoring the importance of expertise and resource capability for prospective bidders in similar future opportunities.

## Notice

Further Comp through framework for a Combined Cellular Pathology MSC - to include, but not be limited to: Immunohistochemistry Molecular diagnostics Histology tissue slides Staining, Scanning & Cerebro for tracking specimens through the lab Processors - machines for histology tissue and wax processing Immunohistochemistry Staining for tumour markers and special stains

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a1d86cf-a8d0-4b2a-8273-06512fc59773 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2025 - 31 May 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £8,970,168 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £8,970,168 |
| 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 | NORFOLK AND NORWICH UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | NORWICH |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR4 7UY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH53 Breckland and South Norfolk |
| Local authority | South Norfolk |
| Electoral ward | Cringleford |
| Westminster constituency | South Norfolk |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LEICA MICROSYSTEMS (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85111800 - Pathology services

## Release History

- 16 Jun 2025 at 13:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a1d86cf-a8d0-4b2a-8273-06512fc59773

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a1d86cf-a8d0-4b2a-8273-06512fc59773
  16th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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