--- title: "Pathology Testing Services for HFE Genes" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b954" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06b954" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06b954.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06b954.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD" published: "2026-06-19" --- # Pathology Testing Services for HFE Genes Buyer: BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b954 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06b954) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06b954.json) ## Summary The Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB), based in Bangor, United Kingdom, is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the provision of Pathology Testing Services for HFE Genes. This procurement falls under the health services industry category, specifically dealing with pathology and blood analysis services. Governed by The Health Services (Provider Selection Regime) (Wales) Regulations 2025, this process aims to award a contract using the Most Suitable Provider Process, with decisions being made by the Pathology Contracts Manager and Blood Sciences Service Manager. Currently, interested parties have until at least the 10th of July, 2026, to raise any enquiries or submit relevant information, as the intention approach notice will remain open for this duration. This tender provides opportunities for businesses in the healthcare sector, particularly those specialising in pathology and genetic testing services, to expand their operations. Given its focus on blood analysis and pathology services, companies with expertise in genetic testing and laboratory services stand to benefit. By engaging with the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board's procurement process, firms can cement a strategic partnership and potentially secure a significant role in the provision of health services within Wales. The procurement method, aimed at identifying the most suitable provider, underscores the importance of specialised skills and experience in the field, making it an ideal opportunity for established companies in this niche sector. ## Notice Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board intends to follow the Most Suitable Provider Process to award a contract for the provision of Pathology Testing Services for HFE Genes including extraction ### Lot Information Lot 1 This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Intended Approach Notice. Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) intends to follow the Most Suitable Provider Process under The Health Services (Provider Selection Regime) (Wales) Regulations 2025 for the provision of outsourced pathology testing services for HFE genes, including sample extraction. In accordance with the Most Suitable Provider Process, the Contracting Authority has considered which providers are capable of delivering the service and, having regard to the key criteria and all relevant information available at this time, considers that it is able to identify the most suitable provider to deliver the requirement. The Contracting Authority intends to award a single contract to the most suitable provider. This Intended Approach Notice will be published for a period of at least 14 days, allowing interested parties the opportunity to raise any enquiries or provide relevant information for consideration before a contract award decision is made. Additional information: This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Intended Approach Notice. The contract is subject to The Health Services (Provider Selection Regime) (Wales) Regulations 2025 and is intended to be awarded using the Most Suitable Provider Process. Award decisions will be made by the BCUHB Pathology Contracts Manager and Blood Sciences Service Manager, supported by Procurement Services. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058169-2026 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 9 Jul 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £65,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD | | Locality | BANGOR | | Post town | Llandudno | | Postcode | LL57 2PW | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL3 North Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL32 Gwynedd | | Local authority | Gwynedd | | Electoral ward | Y Faenol | | Westminster constituency | Bangor Aberconwy | | Delivery location | TLL Wales | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85100000 - Health services - 85111800 - Pathology services - 85111810 - Blood analysis services ## Release History - 19 Jun 2026 at 13:51 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058169-2026 ## Notice URLs - https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/ - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0221 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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