Laboratory services

Description

NHS Grampian (NHSG) seeks laboratory solutions delivered on a managed services basis for its diagnostic and laboratory services. NHSG's requirements are divided into 3 lots, as follows: Lot 1: Biochemistry and Pathology (Histopathology and Cytopathology); Lot 2: Haematology and Immunology; Lot 3: Bacteriology and Virology. The successful bidder in each lot will be responsible for the provision, implementation, calibration, commissioning and maintenance of all equipment necessary to deliver the managed services and for provision of all consumables used in connection therewith. It is intended an award will be made to one successful Bidder in each lot who will be a prime contractor assuming full responsibility for provision of all the managed services to NHSG in that lot. The successful Bidder shall be solely responsible for effecting any sub-contracting or collaborative arrangements required with other suppliers to allow the successful bidder to meet this commitment. NHS Grampian (NHSG) Biochemistry and Pathology (Histopathology and Cytopathology) laboratories seek the provision of the majority of analyses performed within NHSG Clinical Biochemistry and Pathology Departments within the Directorate of Laboratory Medicine on a managed services basis. NHSG is looking to benefit from the experience of commercial companies in innovative service delivery for their laboratories at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary (ARI) and Dr Gray's Hospital. Clinical biochemistry At the ARI site replace the existing analysers and automation and introduce a new system and new equipment that will minimise manual intervention in specimen processing through the use of run-through labelling, fully automated pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical systems, connected to a single track with on-line centrifugation. At Dr Gray's, provide off-line sample storage and archive solution, via the middleware, with full visibility of location of specimens forwarded to ARI for further analysis. At both sites — deliver process improvements and operational efficiencies that in turn facilitate more efficient workforce planning and 24/7 working Provide common instrumentation and middleware to facilitate contingency planning and cross site transfer of work. Provide a resource to develop business generation and innovation opportunities. Reduce the administrative burden required to meet UKAS accreditation. Incorporate existing LC MS/MS, Capillary GC and HPLC equipment into the new service provision allowing for replacement over the 10 year term. It is expected that bidders will be able to demonstrate the solutions offered in situations similar to those proposed for NHSG. Pathology (Histopathology and Cytopathology) The department requires changes to the layout of the department which enable the implementation of a lean workflow from sample receipt to archive. An automated solution is required where possible at each stage of the process. It is expected that the equipment offered will enhance the specimen pathway process e.g. through a tracking system, as well as pre and post-analytical processes and be compatible with current/future LIMS systems. It is expected that the solutions should minimise/eliminate exposure to hazardous reagents. NHS Grampian Bacteriology and Virology laboratory services is seeking a contractor to supply equipment and reagents including culture media, to provide an appropriate managed microbiology diagnostic service, including bacteriology, serological and molecular diagnostic service. The contract will be based on current provision but with awareness of likely annual workload changes (both increases and decreases are possible). Automated equipment is required to update current methods and improve the efficiency of the service provided. NHS Grampian (NHSG) Haematology and Immunology Laboratory services seek managed services to provide the majority of analyses performed within NHSG’s Haematology and Immunology Departments within the Directorate of Laboratory Medicine. NHSG is looking to benefit from the experience of commercial companies in innovative service delivery for their laboratories at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary (ARI) and Dr Gray’s Hospital. At the ARI site, the Haematology solution will replace existing analysers and automation and deliver a new system that will minimise manual intervention in specimen processing through the use of run-through labelling, fully automated pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical systems, connected to a single track with on-line centrifugation. It will facilitate 24/7 working and allow for minimal intervention in both the archiving and retrieving from refrigerated storage. At Dr Gray’s, replace the existing FBC and coagulation analysers with identical instrumentation and middleware to that at ARI. At both sites – Deliver process improvements and operational efficiencies that in turn facilitate more efficient workforce planning and 24/7 working. Provide common instrumentation, and middleware to facilitate contingency planning and cross site transfer of work. Provide a resource to develop business generation and innovation opportunities. Reduce the administrative burden required to meet UKAS accreditation. The immunology solution will Improve the workflow within the laboratory, improve laboratory testing through new technologies and reduce the administrative burden required to meet UKAS accreditation.