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Storage of Pathology slides & blocks

SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

Buyer Address: Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton, UKK23, TA1 5DA, United Kingdom

Contact Name: Hollie Caddy

Contact Email: servicesteam.procurement@somersetft.nhs.uk

Status
complete
Procedure
direct
Value
258461.67 GBP
Published
09 Dec 2025, 15:59
Deadline
n/a
Contract Start
24 Dec 2025, 00:00
Contract End
23 Dec 2030, 23:59
Category
n/a
CPV
85111800 - Pathology services
Region
n/a
Awarded To
CELLPATH LIMITED
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

Description

The provision of of-site storage of pathology slides and blocks. Including storage, achieving, uplifts, retrievals and disposals.

Linked Documents

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Opportunity Context

Lots

Lot 1 Status: complete

Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes

Documents

Document Description: Not published

Awards

Award Title: The provision of of-site storage of pathology slides and blocks. Including storage, achieving, uplifts, retrievals and disposals.

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