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title: "Immunology Outsourcing Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-049398"
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buyer: "GATESHEAD HEALTH N H S FOUNDATION TRUST"
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# Immunology Outsourcing Services

Buyer: GATESHEAD HEALTH N H S FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-049398

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## Summary

The GATESHEAD HEALTH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST, located in Gateshead, is initiating a procurement process for "Immunology Outsourcing Services". This tender falls under the industry category of laboratory services and focuses on the provision of Consultant Immunologist Support to deliver a comprehensive immunology laboratory testing service. The testing service will cater to Sunderland, Gateshead, and South Tyneside hospitals. The procurement method chosen is a direct award under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Regulations 2023, with the contract valued at approximately £148,000 excluding VAT. The services are scheduled to be provided from 2024 to 2027, with the contract formally awarded on 6th September 2024.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in medical laboratory services, particularly those with expertise in immunology. It is well-suited for organisations that can provide senior clinical leadership, daily review and authorisation of abnormal results, and a clinical advisory service. Additionally, businesses with appropriate qualifications (FRCPath), experience, and adherence to ISO 15189:2022 standards will find this tender aligned with their capabilities. Engaging in this contract can enhance a business’s portfolio in NHS service provision, leading to further growth and accreditation opportunities.

## Notice

Description of Services: The contract is for the provision of Consultant Immunologist Support to deliver a comprehensive immunology laboratory testing service for Sunderland, Gateshead, and South Tyneside hospitals and primary care catchments. Contract Award Statement: The intention is to award the contract to Newcastle Hospitals following the direct award process C under the Provider Selection Regime. Contract Value: The approximate lifetime value of the contract is PS148,000 ex VAT. Contract Period: The services are intended to be provided from 2024 to 2027.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Description of Services: The contract is for the provision of Consultant Immunologist Support to deliver a comprehensive immunology laboratory testing service for Sunderland, Gateshead, and South Tyneside hospitals and primary care catchments. Contract Award Statement: The intention is to award the contract to Newcastle Hospitals following the direct award process C under the Provider Selection Regime. Contract Value: The approximate lifetime value of the contract is PS148,000 ex VAT. Contract Period: The services are intended to be provided from 2024 to 2027.

### Procurement Information

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award. The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. Representations by providers must be made to the relevant authority by Friday 06th September 2024. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029723-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £148,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GATESHEAD HEALTH N H S FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | GATESHEAD |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE9 6SX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Gateshead |
| Electoral ward | High Fell |
| Westminster constituency | Gateshead Central and Whickham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THE NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71900000 - Laboratory services

## Release History

- 17 Sep 2024 at 14:11 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029723-2024
- 23 Aug 2024 at 12:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027083-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gatesheadhealth.nhs.uk/
- https://www.gatesheadhealth.nhs.uk/hospitals/qe-gateshead/
- https://www.newcastle-hospitals.nhs.uk/

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