--- title: "Pathology Courier Service" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04ed6f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04ed6f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04ed6f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04ed6f.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "IMPERIAL COLLEGE HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST" published: "2025-03-14" --- # Pathology Courier Service Buyer: IMPERIAL COLLEGE HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04ed6f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04ed6f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04ed6f.json) ## Summary Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking a logistics provider for a "Pathology Courier Service" under the health services category, located in London. This tender is currently in the 'Tender' stage with key deadlines including the enquiry period ending on 2 April 2025 and the submission deadline on 14 April 2025. The contract, valued at £24,000,000 gross (£20,000,000 net), will start on 22 August 2025 and could extend up to 21 August 2035. The procurement method is an open procedure, allowing electronic submissions in English with an award period ending 17 July 2025. This tender presents significant growth potential for businesses in logistics, particularly those with capability in handling medical goods and a commitment to sustainability. SMEs and VCSEs specialising in courier services, warehousing, fleet management, and supply chain integration would be well-suited to compete. The comprehensive logistics requirement includes transportation fleet management, real-time tracking systems, strategic warehousing, seamless integration with operational processes, and scalable solutions adaptable to dynamic market conditions. This contract offers an opportunity to partner with a reputable NHS organisation and contribute to the improvement of healthcare delivery across North West London. ## Notice North West London Pathology (NWLP) is an NHS organisation jointly owned by and serving the following NHS trusts: * Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust * Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust * The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation trust. NWLP provides pathology services at seven hospital sites, supports 280 GP practices and undertakes in excess of 35 million pathology tests each year. This NHS partnership has created a reliable and sustainable service that delivers outstanding quality to users and patients alike. Our innovative approach allows us to better manage demand, standardise operations, improve value for money and make use of new technology. Through partnership, NWLP seeks a forward-thinking logistics provider committed to supporting our mission of delivering sustainable pathology services, with a shared focus on excellence, sustainability, transparency, continuous improvement and resilience. Our organisation requires a comprehensive logistics solution that ensures the efficient, reliable, and seamless movement of goods and services across various locations. We can break this requirement into five key pillars: 1. Transportation Fleet: A dedicated fleet of vehicles that are well-maintained and capable of handling our specific goods, ensuring timely and safe deliveries. The fleet must be a mix of types to support our different requirements and meet key sustainability goals. 2. Tracking and Monitoring: Advanced tracking systems that provide real-time updates on the location and status of goods, ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the supply chain. 3. Warehousing and Inventory Management: Strategic warehousing solutions to optimise storage, streamline inventory management, and facilitate quick dispatches. 4. Integration with Operations: Seamless integration with our existing operational processes to ensure smooth workflows, minimising disruptions, enhancing overall efficiency and supporting business continuity events. 5. Scalability and Flexibility: A scalable solution that can adapt to varying volumes and demands, with the flexibility to expand or adjust as needed to support business growth and dynamic market conditions. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Options: up to a 5 year extension 1+1+1+1+1 Renewal: annual extensions up to a total of 5 years ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009496-2025 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 Mar 2025 | | Submission deadline | 14 Apr 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 21 Aug 2025 - 21 Aug 2030 | | Recurrence | 2025-07-17 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £20,000,000 | | Lots value | £20,000,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | IMPERIAL COLLEGE HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | West London | | Postcode | W2 1NY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London | | Local authority | Westminster | | Electoral ward | Hyde Park | | Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 64 - Postal and telecommunications services ### Codes - 64120000 - Courier services ## Release History - 14 Mar 2025 at 15:37 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009496-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009496-2025 14th March 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome - https://www.imperial.nhs.uk - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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