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Extended Reality Software Support

NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT (FILTON, BRISTOL)

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20 Mar 2026 at 08:24

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Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process was conducted by NHS Blood and Transplant (Filton, Bristol) for extended reality software support within the IT services industry. The contract is located in Bristol, United Kingdom, and pertains to delivering reality training software support. The procurement was completed through a selective method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement. The award phase concluded on 20 March 2026, with the contract period commencing on 23 March 2026 and ending on 23 March 2028. The contract, valued at £100,000, falls within the services category and targets businesses specialising in IT consulting, software development, Internet, and support.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in extended reality software and IT services. The agreement allows for these businesses to potentially enhance their portfolio by delivering services to a reputable health organisation in the United Kingdom. Make Real Ltd, identified as a supplier, exemplifies the type of company well-suited to capitalise on this opportunity. This contract could significantly contribute to growing their expertise and footprint in the healthcare sector. Businesses that can provide innovative software solutions and support are encouraged to consider similar tenders for strategic growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Extended Reality Software Support

Notice Description

Reality training software support for specialist area.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/553620f4-913e-47f9-be72-7bcb7cc462ed
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
23 Mar 2026 - 23 Mar 2028 2-3 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 (FILTON, BRISTOL)
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

MAKE REAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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