Tender

NHSBT1189 Maintenance of Microbiological Safety Cabinets and Laminar Air Flow Cabinets

NHS BLOOD & TRANSPLANT

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Tender

28 Feb 2019 at 17:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) is seeking tenders for the maintenance of Microbiological Safety Cabinets (MSC) and Laminar Air Flow (LAF) cabinets through an open procurement process. This tender, titled "NHSBT1189 Maintenance of Microbiological Safety Cabinets and Laminar Air Flow Cabinets," is classified under preventive maintenance services and has an estimated value of £150,000. The tender is currently active, with submissions due by 30 March 2019, and the contract is expected to commence on 1 September 2019 and last until 31 August 2022. Services will be required across multiple NHSBT sites throughout England, including locations in the British Overseas Territories and Europe.

This opportunity represents a significant potential for businesses specialising in maintenance services for laboratory equipment, particularly those with experience in the healthcare sector. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, as this tender provides a suitable entry point for them to engage with public sector contracts. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in compliance with standards such as BS EN 12469 (2000) and familiarity with regulatory guidelines will be well-positioned to compete effectively for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NHSBT1189 Maintenance of Microbiological Safety Cabinets and Laminar Air Flow Cabinets

Notice Description

The NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) use Class 1 & 2 Microbiological Safety Cabinets (MSC) and Laminar Air Flow (LAF) cabinets to provide operator and environmental protection for various processes carried out within NHSBT departments. These cabinets must be maintained, serviced and inspected to the highest standards, thereby ensuring they comply with BS EN 12469 (2000) Biotechnology. Performance criteria for microbiological safety cabinets and Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency - The Orange Guide Rules and Guidance for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Distributors 2017. There are approximately 44 MSC and 60 LAF installed at NHSBT sites throughout England. The appointed contractor will be expected to travel to all NHSBT sites, existing and future, where these cabinets require maintenance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-455d328f-22b1-4dab-9f11-2b2900d27267
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50332428-38bc-40d4-a078-f6ca7e754376
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50324200 - Preventive maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Feb 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Mar 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2019 - 31 Aug 2022 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS BLOOD & 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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