---
title: "Automation Equipment Installation"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067500"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-03-26"
---

# Automation Equipment Installation

Buyer: CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067500

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## Summary

This public procurement opportunity involves CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST overseeing the installation of automation equipment at Histopathology, 1000 Discovery Drive, Cambridge. Falling under the 'services' category, this procurement process is part of finalised contract awards, having reached the 'Award' stage on 26th March 2026. The focus is on the healthcare sector, specifically under central government authority management. Potential contractors should note the start date of 25th March 2026, with the contract period extending until 25th June 2026. The legal basis is aligned with the regulations covered under the UK Public General Acts 2023/54.

This contract presents a notable business opportunity for firms specialising in installation services, excluding software. With a budget of £19,612.46 gross for completion, SDC Building Ltd, a large-scale company, has been successful in acquiring this contract. Companies with expertise in automation equipment installation and who can operate effectively within the designated region of Cambridge and its histopathological settings are best positions to compete. The process was governed by the procurement method "Below threshold - unknown," indicating a potential pathway for more targeted engagements for businesses aiming to grow through niche service offerings in specialised technological installations. The project invites similar enterprises seeking growth through public contracts and collaborations with NHS Trusts.

## Notice

1310 - Automation Equipment Installation at Histopathology 1000 Discovery Drive

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027876-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 26 Mar 2026 - 25 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £16,343 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | CAMBRIDGE |
| Post town | Cambridge |
| Postcode | CB2 0QQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC |
| Local authority | Cambridge |
| Electoral ward | Queen Edith's |
| Westminster constituency | South Cambridgeshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SDC BUIDLING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 51000000 - Installation services (except software)

## Release History

- 26 Mar 2026 at 12:23 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027876-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027876-2026
  26th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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