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Supply of Cord Blood Collection Systems

NHS BLOOD & TRANSPLANT

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30 Mar 2021 at 09:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves NHS Blood & Transplant, located in Bristol, which has awarded a contract for the "Supply of Cord Blood Collection Systems." This tender falls under the healthcare industry category, specifically pertaining to blood bags (CPV code: 33141613). The contract period commenced on 21st February 2021 and will continue until 21st February 2025, with a total value of £91,000. This award is part of an open procurement method, having previously followed an open procedure for tendering that closed on 22nd June 2020.

This tender presents ample opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in medical supplies and collection systems. Companies engaged in manufacturing or supplying medical equipment, particularly those with expertise in blood collection and preservation technologies, would be well-positioned to compete for similar future contracts. The robust infrastructure and considerable demand for cord blood banking services signal a growing market where innovative solutions can lead to significant business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Cord Blood Collection Systems

Notice Description

Cord blood (i.e. blood that remains in the placenta and umbilical cord following birth of a baby) is rich in stem cells and can be used to treat patients who are suffering from life threatening diseases, including Malignancies, Bone Marrow failure, Haemoglobinopathies, Immunodeficiencies and Metabolic disorders. The NHS Cord Blood Bank collects cord blood at 5 NHS hospitals and is responsible for the processing, cryopreservation, storage and issue of hematopoietic stem cells for transplantation. It is one of the largest internationally accredited cord blood banks in the world, with a high percentage of rare tissue types. The basic requirement is for collection systems to enable a collection volume of up to 200ml plus 10 percent and maintain the quality of the cord blood and viability/ functionality of the stem/ progenitor cells until cryopreservation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9843cd73-bdf2-444d-9732-71821e98c614
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33141613 - Blood bags

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£91,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£91,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jun 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Feb 20215 years ago
Contract Period
21 Feb 2021 - 21 Feb 2025 4-5 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 & 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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MACOPHARMA

Further Information

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