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North West London Pathology & South West London Pathology are jointly seeking to understand market capacity and supplier capability in relation to a future procurement for a Pathology IT Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) solution and associated implementation, migration, integration, training and support services. The purpose of this early market engagement is to inform the Authority on available market solutions, delivery approaches, implementation risks, commercial models, and opportunities to further strengthen NWLP’s and SWLP's pathology operating model. Both NWLP and SWLP’s current state demonstrates a thriving, high-performing pathology network, but also one operating at scale and under continued transformation. The networks have highlighted sustained testing growth, increasing operational complexity, ongoing investment in digital pathology and automation, and the need for resilient infrastructure, strong interoperability beyond the traditional HL7 messaging and future-proofed digital capability. Both NWLP and SWLP laboratories support large-scale hub and spoke operations, urgent and routine testing pathways, a wide range of specialist diagnostics, and extensive GP and community connectivity. A future of an Interoperable LIMS procurement is therefore anticipated to support both NWLP and SWLP in maintaining clinical safety, standardisation, regulatory compliance, operational performance while enabling further digital transformation and leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning to support the future delivery of pathology and diagnostic services. Both NWLP and SWLP wishes to understand how the market can support disciplines including biochemistry, haematology, blood transfusion, microbiology, immunology, H&I, virology, cellular pathology, andrology, genetics and molecular workflows; provide robust interfaces into EPRs, national systems, automation platforms and analytics tools; and deliver a scalable platform aligned with NWLP and SWLP’s strategic direction. Suppliers who are interested in this opportunity should complete the attached questionnaire and respond back by 1st October 2026 at 12 noon. To access the opportunity, please use Atamis via contract reference C467704 https://atamis-1928--prospend.vf.force.com/apex/CS_ContractPage?filters=&page=1&Preview=Yes&searchStr=&SearchType=Projects&sortStr=Alphabetical&uid=a07Pz00001e3fTKIAY&sfdcIFrameOrigin=https%3A%2F%2Fatamis-1928.lightning.force.com

Managed Equipment Service provision across North West London Acute Provider Group to include but not limited to: - ICHT – Imperial College Healthcare Trust - CW – Chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation Trust - LNW – London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust

North West London Pathology (NWLP) – a partnership between Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation Trust, and The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust – is initiating this Pre-Market Engagement (PME) to inform a potential procurement. NWLP’s current laboratory hub space is poorly configured and not able to accommodate expected volume growth. NWLP is therefore seeking to engage with suppliers to inform a new kind of contracting model that could deliver an integrated, combined service. NWLP is considering an Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) arrangement. Due to the fact that NWLP does not have access to a significant capital budget, a primary objective is to develop an off-balance-sheet solution for both premises and laboratory equipment. NWLP is also keen to develop a partnership which can support future growth, innovation, research and efficiency. Key features of the commercial framework being explored include: Volume-Based Pricing: An entirely volume-based pricing approach (price-per-request) covering equipment, building, and maintenance costs. Risk and Reward Sharing: A partner to help NWLP expand and win new business while sharing the frustrations of recommissioning decisions. Proposed Duration: An initial operational term anticipated to be 14 years, with the potential for two 7-year extensions at the option of NWLP. The contract would likely encompass a comprehensive range of requirements, including: Provision of Premises: Securing, fitting out, and managing a hub facility that allows NWLP to participate in the local life sciences community. Laboratory Equipment: Provision of kit, including internal software, maintenance, and lifecycle replacement. Facilities Management: Hard FM, building lifecycle, and utilities. Ancillary Services: Potential inclusion of consumables, Soft FM, and LIMS/software interfaces. NWLP welcomes feedback from a broad range of market participants, including equipment suppliers, landlords, property investors, and potential service integrators. We are seeking frank and comprehensive feedback to help frame the requirement as constructively as possible while respecting the financial constraints we face. Note on SMEs: NWLP aims to reduce barriers for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises. SMEs are encouraged to seek opportunities to participate by joining the supply chains of larger equipment providers or service teams to contribute to the overall solution. Suppliers who are interested in this opportunity should complete the attached questionnaire and respond back by July 16th 2026. To access the opportunity, please use Atamis via contract reference C454074. https://atamis-1928--prospend.vf.force.com/apex/CS_ContractPage?filters=&page=1&Preview=Yes&searchStr=&SearchType=Projects&sortStr=Alphabetical&uid=a07Pz00001gu7CeIAI&sfdcIFrameOrigin=https%3A%2F%2Fatamis-1928.lightning.force.com

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Managed Equipment Service for the Catheterisation Laboratories. Short-term bridging contract to support a collaborative tender process to cover North West London Acute Provider Group's Theatres and Catheterisation Laboratories