Tender

Frozen Plasma Logistics Framework

NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT

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Tender

20 Dec 2024 at 15:41

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) is soliciting bids for a Framework Agreement titled "Frozen Plasma Logistics Framework" within the category of Storage and Warehousing Services. This tender is in the Tender stage and encompasses the logistics services for the provision of frozen plasma packaging and handling across England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales. With an estimated value of £4,500,000, the procurement process is being conducted through an open procedure above the threshold. Interested parties must express their interest and submit their applications via the Atamis e-sourcing portal by 17:00 on 5 February 2025. The contract period is slated to begin on 1 July 2025 and end on 30 June 2029.

This tender offers substantial growth potential for businesses specialising in logistics, particularly those equipped to handle sensitive medical supplies. It is suitable for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs). Companies capable of providing efficient, reliable, and secure transportation and storage services for medical products will find this opportunity well-matched to their expertise. The provision of such services allows businesses to establish a significant presence in the healthcare logistics market by building strong partnerships with a reputable organisation like NHS Blood and Transplant.

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Notice Title

Frozen Plasma Logistics Framework

Notice Description

NHSBT is looking to award a Framework Agreement for the Provision of Frozen Plasma Logistics Services. Frozen plasma will be packaged into carboard boxes and built onto Euro pallets secured with stretch wrap at the manufacturing sites of each blood service in England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales. Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1e6c0f60-f3bd-49f2-9dfd-66a0e7220a3b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd1403fd-797e-47ac-b7b8-73410744c588
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

63120000 - Storage and warehousing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 7QH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Filton
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Further Information

Notice Documents

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