---
title: "Histology Reporting"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ec0d"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "WORCESTERSHIRE ACUTE HOSPITALS NHS TRUST"
published: "2025-12-01"
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# Histology Reporting

Buyer: WORCESTERSHIRE ACUTE HOSPITALS NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ec0d

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust, titled "Histology Reporting," pertains to the pathology services industry category. This active tender, having commenced on 1st December 2025, is in the tender stage. The open procedure invites interested parties to submit bids by 7th January 2026. The contract scope includes the provision of diagnostic reports on samples submitted to the Department of Pathology at Worcester Royal Hospital, located at WR5 1DD. The total value of the tender is £2,080,000, with an optional extension that could extend the contract duration to a maximum of four years.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in healthcare and diagnostic services, particularly those experienced in pathology. Companies equipped to provide comprehensive histology reporting and able to meet the delivery and technical requirements detailed by the buyer are well-suited to compete. The procurement method allows for electronic and written submissions, ensuring accessibility and encouraging a broad range of participants to express interest. Engaging in this contract could enhance market presence and portfolio with a reputable NHS Trust as a client.

## Notice

Provision of a histology reporting service.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of a histology reporting service, providing a full diagnostic report on all samples submitted by the Authority.

Options: Optional extension of two periods of 12 months. The duration of the contract shall be no longer than 4 years in total.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078532-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,080,000 |
| Lots value | £2,080,000 |
| 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 | WORCESTERSHIRE ACUTE HOSPITALS NHS TRUST |
| Locality | WORCESTER |
| Post town | Worcester |
| Postcode | WR5 1DD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG12 Worcestershire CC |
| Local authority | Worcester |
| Electoral ward | Leopard Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Worcester |
| Delivery location | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85111800 - Pathology services

## Release History

- 1 Dec 2025 at 14:37 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078532-2025

## Notice URLs

- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.worcsacute.nhs.uk/

## Provenance

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