---
title: "Pathology Reporting Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051845"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-051845.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "EAST OF ENGLAND NHS COLLABORATIVE HUB"
published: "2025-05-20"
---

# Pathology Reporting Services

Buyer: EAST OF ENGLAND NHS COLLABORATIVE HUB  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051845

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## Summary

The East Of England NHS Collaborative Hub is in the planning stage of procuring a framework for Pathology Reporting Services, which is anticipated to commence on 2 November 2025 and conclude on 1 November 2028, with a potential extension until 2029. Located in Fulbourn, UK, the procurement falls under the services category and includes a total estimated value of £144 million. Divided into four lots, this tender aims to encompass services such as reporting, slide scanning, and managed services within the healthcare sector. The contracting process follows a framework agreement methodology and is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Key communication regarding the next steps will be disseminated by 1 September 2025.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in medical and pathology services, particularly those specialising in pathology reporting and hospital support. Given the wide-ranging services within the framework, it offers an avenue for both existing healthcare providers and new entrants to expand their footprint within the public health sector. SMEs with expertise in medical specialist services and the capacity to provide comprehensive pathology solutions could find this tender particularly advantageous. Additionally, the procurement's inclusive structure offers a pathway for businesses to engage in long-term partnerships with the NHS, bolstering growth potential and reinforcing their market presence.

## Notice

The main purpose of this framework is to provide Contracting Authorities with a compliant route to market for their Pathology Reporting Services. The types of services expected to be captured under the framework will be divided into 4 Lots: Lot 1 - Reporting Only Lot 2 - Slide Scanning and Reporting Lot 3 - Paraffin/Sample Jar, Scan and Report Lot 4 - Managed Service

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023079-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Sep 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Nov 2025 - 1 Nov 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST OF ENGLAND NHS COLLABORATIVE HUB |
| Locality | FULBOURN |
| Post town | Cambridge |
| Postcode | CB21 5XA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC |
| Local authority | South Cambridgeshire |
| Electoral ward | Fen Ditton & Fulbourn |
| Westminster constituency | South Cambridgeshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 75122000 - Administrative healthcare services
- 85110000 - Hospital and related services
- 85111100 - Surgical hospital services
- 85111200 - Medical hospital services
- 85111800 - Pathology services
- 85112000 - Hospital support services
- 85121200 - Medical specialist services
- 85140000 - Miscellaneous health services

## Release History

- 20 May 2025 at 09:55 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023079-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023079-2025
  20th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.eoecph.nhs.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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