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title: "LW165 Laboratory Services (HCF)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067bb6"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "LIVERPOOL SCHOOL OF TROPICAL MEDICINE"
published: "2026-04-02"
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# LW165 Laboratory Services (HCF)

Buyer: LIVERPOOL SCHOOL OF TROPICAL MEDICINE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067bb6

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## Summary

This tender process has been initiated by the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, focusing on laboratory services under the project title "LW165 Laboratory Services (HCF)." It falls within the industry category of laboratory and medical laboratory services, located in Liverpool, United Kingdom. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with critical dates including the enquiry period ending on 17th April 2026 and the tender period closing on 23rd April 2026. The contract is set to commence on 25th May 2026, with a potential extension until 24th May 2030. This is an open competition below the threshold, inviting proposals via electronic submissions, with all candidates required to be UKAS-accredited service providers.

The tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory diagnostics and analytics, especially those with UKAS accreditation. It is particularly suitable for SMEs and VCSEs aiming to support clinical and research activities with high-quality, timely results and robust compliance with regulatory standards. Businesses that can offer competitive pricing and exceptional technical quality will have a strong chance of securing call-off orders within the framework agreement. These opportunities can facilitate growth by allowing companies to expand their service offerings, improve customer relationships, and participate in a robust framework agreement that promises consistent business over several years.

## Notice

The purpose of this project is to procure a framework of UKAS-accredited laboratory service providers to deliver a range of diagnostic and analytical tests in support of clinical and research activities. The service must ensure high-quality, timely results, robust sample handling, and full compliance with regulatory, data protection, and quality assurance standards.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Contract may be extended beyond the Initial Term on a maximum of two (2) occasions, for a period of up to 1 (one) year on each occasion.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030843-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 24 May 2026 - 24 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1 |
| Lots value | £1 |
| 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 | LIVERPOOL SCHOOL OF TROPICAL MEDICINE |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 5QA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | Brownlow Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | TLD72 Liverpool |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 71900000 - Laboratory services
- 85145000 - Services provided by medical laboratories

## Release History

- 2 Apr 2026 at 11:30 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030843-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030843-2026
  2nd April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/ANDHH74KEP
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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