WSFT - Pathology - Equipment & Reagents (Biochemistry)
West Suffolk NHS Foundation TrustEstimated Value
£143,973 – £175,410
Deadline
25 July 2025
Published
5 June 2026
Type
goods
Overview
Equipment and Reagents agreement
AI Analysis
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West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust (WSFT) is looking for a supplier to provide biochemistry laboratory equipment and chemical reagents on an ongoing basis. This is a framework agreement where the trust will order equipment and testing chemicals as needed over the contract period.
Requirements
- Supply of biochemistry laboratory equipment compatible with WSFT's existing laboratory systems
- Supply of biochemistry reagents (chemicals used in laboratory tests) that meet NHS quality and safety standards
- Ability to deliver products that comply with relevant medical device regulations and In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR)
- Proven experience supplying NHS laboratories or equivalent healthcare settings
- Quality assurance and batch traceability documentation for all reagents supplied
- Technical support and training capability for laboratory staff on equipment use
- Ability to meet NHS procurement timescales and ordering procedures
- No specific certifications listed in notice — check full tender documents for ISO standards, CE marking, or other compliance requirements
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Supply biochemistry laboratory equipment (analyzers, calibrators, control materials, or similar as specified in full tender)
- Supply biochemistry reagents in quantities ordered by WSFT on a call-off basis
- Provide technical support and helpdesk assistance to laboratory staff
- Deliver products on schedule to WSFT's pathology department
- Provide stability data and shelf-life documentation for reagents
- Supply safety data sheets (SDS) and product information for all items
- Maintain stock availability and manage supply chain to prevent stockouts
How to Read This Tender
- 1This is a 'framework agreement' — not a one-off purchase. WSFT will place orders (called 'call-offs') over the contract period, so the exact quantities and timing aren't fixed now. Your bid should show you can flex to their demand.
- 2Look carefully in the full tender documents for the specific equipment models or reagent types WSFT currently uses — you may need to be compatible with existing systems rather than proposing new ones.
- 3Check what the 'contract period' is (typically 2-5 years for NHS frameworks). Your pricing should account for inflation and be realistic for a long-term relationship.
- 4NHS pathology contracts often score heavily on 'social value' — look for sections asking about local employment, training, sustainability, or community benefit. Small businesses can score well here.
- 5Biochemistry suppliers are sometimes regional or specialist — check if this is an open or restricted tender. If restricted, you may need accreditation or an existing NHS track record.
Tips for Small Businesses
- Consider subcontracting or partnering with a larger distributor if you manufacture reagents but lack NHS procurement experience. Many SMEs win these as technical partners rather than prime contractors.
- Emphasize any local presence, training capacity, or rapid response capability — NHS trusts value suppliers who can visit on short notice or offer same-day technical support.
- If you're new to NHS tendering, ask WSFT's procurement team for clarification on minimum order quantities, lead times, and payment terms before bidding. NHS payment is usually 30 days, but framework agreements sometimes have minimum spend commitments.
Award Details
HELENA BIOSCIENCES EUROPE
£175,410
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West Suffolk NHS Foundation TrustKey Dates
Published
5 June 2026
Submission deadline
25 July 2025
Notice type
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