---
title: "Histology Modernisation"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068452"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068452.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS DORSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-04-16"
---

# Histology Modernisation

Buyer: UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS DORSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068452

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Histology Modernisation" project has been conducted by University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust. This direct award procurement aims to purchase capital equipment, complemented by a ten-year agreement for maintenance and consumables. The procurement falls under the category of medical equipment and laboratory services. Located at Poole Hospital, Longfleet Road, Poole, Dorset, this procurement is part of the goods purchasing for central government authorities. The contract award has been announced as pending on 16th April 2026, with the contract period starting immediately and running until the end of August 2036. The procurement method utilised is a direct award, justified by sole supplier criteria due to equipment compatibility and urgency.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses focusing on medical equipment and laboratory services, particularly those capable of integrating specialised equipment. Axlab, a large-scale supplier based in Hadleigh, Ipswich, is identified as the supplier, showcasing the value of being well-versed in the healthcare sector and capable of delivering sophisticated technical solutions. While SMEs could find an edge in niche areas, larger enterprises with established outputs and experience in fulfilling central government contracts will have more opportunities to contribute to similar procurement processes, thereby expanding their market presence substantially.

## Notice

Purchase of Capital Equipment for Histology Modernisation, with supporting 10yr maintenance and consumable agreements

### Procurement Information

Sole supplier due to equipment integration, and urgent timeframe

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034760-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 28 Apr 2026 - 31 Aug 2036 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,009,532 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS DORSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | POOLE |
| Post town | Bournemouth |
| Postcode | BH15 2JB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK63 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Local authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Electoral ward | Poole Town |
| Westminster constituency | Poole |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AXLAB |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 33100000 - Medical equipments
- 71900000 - Laboratory services

## Release History

- 16 Apr 2026 at 13:42 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034760-2026
- 16 Apr 2026 at 13:35 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034753-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034760-2026
  16th April 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034753-2026
  16th April 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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