---
title: "Biochemistry Referrals - University Hospitals Birmingham NHSFT"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0582d4"
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# Biochemistry Referrals - University Hospitals Birmingham NHSFT

Buyer: GATESHEAD HEALTH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0582d4

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to biochemistry referral tests conducted by the Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust. The tender is titled "Biochemistry Referrals - University Hospitals Birmingham NHSFT" and falls under the services category, specifically services provided by medical laboratories. The procurement utilises a direct award process and adheres to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, thus operating outside the provisions of the Procurement Act 2023. The contract was awarded on 21st August 2025, with services scheduled from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2028. Located in Gateshead, United Kingdom, the process has reached the award stage with a total contract value of £6000.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses operating in the healthcare services sector, particularly those specialising in laboratory services. Companies with capabilities in biochemistry testing, compatible analytical methodologies, and strong clinical reputations would be well-positioned to compete. The procurement method did not involve a prior call for competition, highlighting the importance of existing relationships and a proven track record. The contract, awarded to University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, suggests the need for suppliers to demonstrate UKAS accreditation or equivalent qualifications to secure similar opportunities.

## Notice

Biochemistry referral tests

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Description of Services; The contract is for the provision of biochemistry referral tests. Contract Award Statement: The intention is to award the contract to University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust following the direct award process C under the Provider Selection Regime. Contract Value: The approximate lifetime value of the contract is PS6000. Contract Period: The services are intended to be provided from 2025 to 2028

### 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 Procurement Act 2023 do not apply to this award. The standstill period begins on the day after the publication of this notice. Representations by providers must be made to the relevant authority by 15th August 2025. 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/050399-2025 |
| 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 | 21 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £6,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GATESHEAD HEALTH NHS 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85145000 - Services provided by medical laboratories

## Release History

- 21 Aug 2025 at 08:47 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050399-2025
- 6 Aug 2025 at 15:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046674-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gatesheadhealth.nhs.uk

## Provenance

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