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Commercialisation Professional Services

NHS BLOOD & TRANSPLANT

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24 Apr 2025 at 07:21

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Commercialisation Professional Services" was led by NHS Blood & Transplant, headquartered in Filton, Bristol. This tender falls within the business development consultancy services industry, identified by the classification code 79411100. Key locations for this procurement include the United Kingdom, specifically Bristol, at postal code BS34 7QH. The procurement stage has reached the 'Award' phase, with the contract awarded on 23rd April 2025 to THE BOSTON CONSULTING GROUP UK LLP. The tender process was conducted through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period spans from 30th April to 31st July 2025, with the tender period closing on 3rd February 2025. The minimum contract value stated was £890,435.04, with the actual awarded value being £742,029.20.

This tender presents significant opportunities for large consultancy firms specialising in strategic planning and business development, particularly those with experience in the Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMP) sector. While the process is complete, understanding the parameters and methods employed can guide businesses in preparing for future opportunities of similar nature. Engagements of this magnitude facilitate expertise consolidation in the ATMP sector, allowing firms to expand their service portfolios and foster growth through reputable contractual associations with public health organisations like NHS Blood & Transplant.

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Notice Title

Commercialisation Professional Services

Notice Description

Comprehensive evaluation and strategic planning to advance the Buyer's commercialisation within the ATMP sector.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cc91c717-8e4c-4ca5-bc0a-b4d98256ea93
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1dcca22e-6bb2-4201-ba25-9eec1277561c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£742,029 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£890,435 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
29 Apr 2025 - 31 Jul 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS BLOOD & TRANSPLANT
Contact Name
Sharon Lewies
Contact Email
sharon.lewies@nhsbt.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
01179217200

Buyer Location

Locality
FILTON, 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

THE BOSTON CONSULTING GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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