Planning

Enhanced Chemical Analysis for Copper Sulphate

NHS BLOOD & TRANSPLANT

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Planning

11 Feb 2021 at 22:56

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Enhanced Chemical Analysis for Copper Sulphate" is initiated by NHS Blood & Transplant (NHSBT) and falls under the laboratory services category within the healthcare industry. This tender is currently in the planning stage, with a future notice date set for 17th March 2021. The primary focus is on conducting various studies related to the testing of Copper Sulphate solutions to ensure the safety and efficacy of blood donation processes. The studies include assessments of product stability, bacterial contamination, and health & safety evaluations, all of which will take place in the UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in laboratory services, especially those skilled in chemical analysis, product testing, and regulatory compliance within the healthcare sector. Companies that are well-versed in conducting stability studies and health assessments, as well as those that can demonstrate proficiency in managing laboratory equipment and materials, would be particularly suited to compete for this contract. Engaging with NHSBT can help these businesses expand their portfolios and strengthen their relationships within the public health procurement landscape.

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Notice Title

Enhanced Chemical Analysis for Copper Sulphate

Notice Description

NHSBT are seeking an enhanced analysis of Copper Sulphate solution which is an in vitro, semi-quantitative reagent used for investigation on the acceptance of blood donor minimum haemoglobin levels when taken from a capillary blood sample. The reagent is used to test a droplet of blood from a donor's finger, following the use of a lancet, which will be transferred into the solution using a pipette. NHSBT must update the product conformity profile for this device and must understand the impact when exposed to different variables throughout its formulation process, transportation, use and storage. The profile is to be produced through a number of studies for visual, chemical and therapeutic analysis. In current practice, NHSBT Copper Sulphate solutions are used professionally for male and female specific testing to ensure only suitable donors are bled. Therefore, all studies must be conducted for scenario 1) Female Donation and Scenario 2) Male Donation.

Lot Information

Study 1 - Assessment of products useful life

Study 1 - Assessment of products useful life This is to be determined through the maximum number of drops of blood that can be added to the copper sulphate before the product returns an inaccurate result under varying conditions.

Study 2 - Assessment of the device's stability during shelf life

Study 2 - Assessment of the device's stability during shelf life During routine storage at what point does the device start to fail: (a) Visually (i) Photostability storage study (ii) Integrity of the labels when exposed to routine use, light. (b) Chemically (i) Chemical analysis storage study (ii)Theoretical analysis of formula to outline potential chemical interactions that may degrade over time.

Study 3 - Bacterial contamination

Study 3 - Bacterial contamination (a) During routine storage, at what point does bacterial ingress occur - Bacterial storage study to be conducted on fresh and end of shelf life product. (b) If the product is challenged with routine environmental microbiological contaminants does this result in proliferation of the contaminants? - Controlled bacterial challenge study conducted on fresh and end of shelf life product.

Study 4 - Packaging

Study 4 - Packaging Study to challenge the packaging to address the impact and potential for: (a) Product leakage (b) Product damage - Physical and degradation of the bottles and or seal (c) Product evaporation (d) Electrostatic impacts (from packaging material)

Study 5 - Health and Safety

Study 5 - Health and Safety Health and safety evaluation in accordance with Directive: (a) Risk to individuals (b) Appropriate method of discard (c) Shipping and Transportation recommendations

Study 6 - Impacts to Specific Gravity

Study 6 - Impacts to Specific Gravity Assessment of the impact of temperature on the specific gravity of the device: (a) Theoretical analysis of the device to calculate in the potential changes in Specific gravity that could occur under routine storage conditions (b) Study protocol to test the male and female device for specific gravity under a range of routine storage temperatures and in use parameters

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-029289
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002850-2021
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
17 Mar 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS BLOOD & TRANSPLANT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
jo.murphy@nhsbt.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1179217218

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

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