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Requirement for producer cell line for GMP viral vector packaging

NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT (NHSBT)

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13 Apr 2022 at 14:17

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) seeking a producer cell line for Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) viral vector packaging. This open tender falls within the medical consumables industry, specifically under the classification of disposable non-chemical medical consumables and haematological consumables. The tender was awarded on 7th April 2022, with a contract value of £111,000 and spans from 7th April 2022 to 5th April 2024. The delivery address is located in Bristol, England, with the tender period having closed on 3rd June 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the biotechnology and medical supply sectors, particularly those that specialise in GMP production and viral vector technology. Companies capable of providing high-quality cell lines for clinical trial purposes or those engaged in the supply of medical consumables would be well-suited to participate. The emphasis on GMP qualifications indicates a preference for suppliers with established protocols and certifications within regulated environments, paving the way for growth in this niche market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Requirement for producer cell line for GMP viral vector packaging

Notice Description

NHSBT's Clinical Biotechnology Centre for the purpose of specifying the user requirement for HEK293-derived production cell line for the GMP-production of viral vectors and other recombinant proteins. The CBC has an MHRA licence for the manufacture of investigational medicinal gene therapy and recombinant protein products for use in clinical trials. In order to manufacture GMP-grade viral vectors and recombinant proteins for clinical trials, a GMP-qualified producer cell line is required.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3fd467a5-e5f9-42c6-9584-4a41fa5faa04
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e846bf1-37bd-4aca-8807-356ca5ac9b40
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33141000 - Disposable non-chemical medical consumables and haematological consumables

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£111,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£111,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jun 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Apr 20223 years ago
Contract Period
6 Apr 2022 - 5 Apr 2024 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT (NHSBT)
Contact Name
Marnie Watkins
Contact Email
marnie.watkins@nhsbt.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1179217241

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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Filton
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LIFE TECHNOLOGIES

Further Information

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