---
title: "Locum Pathologist Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06783a"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "RHONDDA CYNON TAF CBC"
published: "2026-03-30"
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# Locum Pathologist Services

Buyer: RHONDDA CYNON TAF CBC  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06783a

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## Summary

This public procurement process involves Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council, a sub-central government authority in Wales, UK. The tender, titled "Locum Pathologist Services," seeks the provision of locum pathologists to perform post-mortem examinations for HM Coroner. This tender is categorised within the medical industry, specifically focusing on pathology and medical specialist services. The contract was awarded without competition under a direct procurement method due to being below the threshold, embodying a 'light touch' regime. The contract period starts on 2nd February 2026 and spans until 31st December 2027, with a total contract value of £287,500 GBP, although it was signed on 17th December 2025.

This tender presents a significant business growth opportunity for companies specialised in medical services, particularly those knowledgeable in pathology. With a direct award to Pulse Healthcare Ltd, a large-scale supplier, other businesses can seek similar contractual engagements by offering niche expertise in locum pathologist services within the region. Leveraging local knowledge and maintaining strong compliance with Welsh devolved regulations can enhance competitiveness for similar future opportunities. The business environment in Wales, alongside direct procurement engagements, offers a strategic advantage for service providers aiming to expand within the public sector.

## Notice

Provision of Locum Pathologists to carry out Post Mortem Examinations on behalf of HM Coroner

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029287-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 2 Feb 2026 - 31 Dec 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £239,583 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | RHONDDA CYNON TAF CBC |
| Locality | PORTH |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF39 9ST |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend |
| Local authority | Rhondda Cynon Taf |
| Electoral ward | Porth |
| Westminster constituency | Rhondda and Ogmore |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PULSE HEALTHCARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85111800 - Pathology services
- 85121200 - Medical specialist services

## Release History

- 30 Mar 2026 at 15:27 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029287-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029287-2026
  30th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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