Managed Pathology Laboratory service for Wye Valley NHS Trust.

Descriptions

Wye Valley NHS Trust is seeking to implement a Managed Laboratory Service Contract that will include the provision, maintenance and replacement of pathology equipment and the supply of consumables, associated items, chemicals and reagents.The primary goal is to combine the disciplines of Clinical Chemistry, Haematology/Blood Transfusion and Immunology to form a core Blood Sciences laboratory. Additional elements of Serology, Microbiology and Histopathology will also be undertaken within the newly configured department. A whole system approach will be developed as the Managed Laboratory Service will eventually encompass the equipment consumables and services of all pathology disciplines which may include Point of Care (or near patient) Testing.The present layout of the Pathology Department in specialty areas leads to replication of functions and prevents optimisation of efficiency. Structural works will therefore need to be carried out to rework the existing laboratory to generate an environment that would allow more efficient flow of work, use of space and rationalisation of the workforce, leading to a reduction in costs without sacrificing quality. The funding and possible undertaking of these works will also be included within the tender offer.An innovative solution is being sought that makes best use of technology and equipment and allows the service to be delivered from a reduced footprint. Proposals for the optimal staffing compliment to deliver the suggested solution should be an integral part of the tender response.The contract length for 7 Years with an option to extend for up to a further 7 Years.