Targeted Prostate Cancer Screening Programme – PSA Laboratory Processing Service

Buyer
NHS England
Value
£238,608
Closes
10 November 2026
Where
London, London
Type
Open tender

In plain English

NHS England is looking for a laboratory service provider to process PSA (prostate cancer screening) blood samples and coordinate virtual appointments for men at high genetic risk. The supplier will handle sample logistics, lab processing, result reporting, and appointment scheduling between screening and specialist clinics.

What the buyer wants

• Receive, log and process PSA blood samples from collection points across England • Perform PSA testing and authorise results securely • Manage sample tracking and arrange safe sample storage and disposal • Transmit results securely to clinics and patients • Coordinate virtual or telephone appointments to book MRI scans and urology appointments based on test results • Provide all lab consumables (reagents, equipment, etc.) • Supply monthly reports on sample volumes, test results and appointment metrics • Maintain failsafe procedures to ensure no patient falls through the cracks

Likely requirements

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This contract requires accredited clinical laboratory status (ISO 15189 or CPA) and established NHS experience: most small trade businesses and non-regulated service providers will not qualify. You must have demonstrable expertise in NHS laboratory services and data handling compliance.

How to bid

This is an open tender: any eligible business can respond directly to the buyer by the deadline, with no framework membership needed.

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