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NHS Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) Cell Therapy eSolution

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) ("NSS")

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08 Apr 2025 at 11:18

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20 Jul 2023 at 10:32

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Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, also known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), through its Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS), is actively seeking bids for two electronic eSolutions to onboard novel cell therapy projects from research centres. This tender, titled "NHS Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) Cell Therapy eSolution," falls under the IT services industry category and is located in Scotland. The procurement process currently at the tender stage will end on 29 August 2023. Key deadlines for electronic submissions include the award commencement on the same date, with a contract period spanning 720 days, including renewal options for two additional 12-month periods. The procurement follows an open procedure and economic operators can seek formal remedies through the Sheriff Court or the Court of Session.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for companies providing IT services such as consulting, software development, and support. Ideal contenders are those proficient in SaaS solutions and capable of supporting the entire lifecycle of advanced therapeutic products—from research documentation to GMP validation and batch manufacture. Companies with strong commitments to community benefits and fair work practices will be particularly well-suited to compete, as these factors are heavily emphasised in the tender requirements. The procurement will enable these businesses to showcase their capabilities in delivering high-quality, innovative solutions that meet rigorous standards and contractual obligations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NHS Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) Cell Therapy eSolution

Notice Description

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland or NSS) ("NSS"), acting through its directorate the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service ("SNBTS"), is undertaking the procurement of two electronic eSolutions that will allow onboarding of novel cell therapy projects from research centres, facilitating project development and eventual translation into a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environment. The two eSolution systems between them will encompass five Phases across an entire product life cycle of an Advanced Therapeutic from development through to clinical use. System 1 will include onboarding of research documentation, development, and initial stages of technology transfer (Phase 1 and Phase 2). System 2 will include the final stages of technology transfer into GMP validation, batch manufacture and have report producing capabilities to allow for quality approval then release/certification for patient use (Phase 3, 4 and 5). The solutions must be provided using a Software as a Service (SaaS) model. Further information can be found within the Invitation to Tender (ITT) and appendices located on PCS-Tender.

Lot Information

System 1

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland or NSS) ("NSS"), acting through its directorate the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service ("SNBTS"), is undertaking the procurement of two electronic eSolutions that will allow onboarding of novel cell therapy projects from research centres, facilitating project development and eventual translation into a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environment. The two eSolution systems between them will encompass five Phases across an entire product life cycle of an Advanced Therapeutic from development through to clinical use. System 1 will include onboarding of research documentation, development, and initial stages of technology transfer (Phase 1 and Phase 2). The solution must be provided using a Software as a Service (SaaS) model. Further information can be found within the Invitation to Tender (ITT) and appendices located on PCS-Tender.

Renewal: The contract will include the option(s) to extend for a further two periods of 12 months each

System 2

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland or NSS) ("NSS"), acting through its directorate the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service ("SNBTS"), is undertaking the procurement of two electronic eSolutions that will allow onboarding of novel cell therapy projects from research centres, facilitating project development and eventual translation into a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environment. The two eSolution systems between them will encompass five Phases across an entire product life cycle of an Advanced Therapeutic from development through to clinical use. System 2 will include the final stages of technology transfer into GMP validation, batch manufacture and have report producing capabilities to allow for quality approval then release/certification for patient use (Phase 3, 4 and 5). The solution must be provided using a Software as a Service (SaaS) model. Further information can be found within the Invitation to Tender (ITT) and appendices located on PCS-Tender.

Renewal: The contract will include the option(s) to extend for a further two periods of 12 months each

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03e3a9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013590-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Aug 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Apr 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) ("NSS")
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Further Information

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